India men lose T20I series to Ireland, women exit T20 World Cup

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Last updated Jun 28, 2026

India men lose T20I series to Ireland, women exit T20 World Cup
Summary

The Indian cricket teams faced a challenging weekend, as the men lost a T20I series 2-0 to Ireland and the women exited the T20 World Cup after losing to Australia. In Belfast, Ireland secured their first T20I series victory over India, concluding India's streak of 16 consecutive series wins. Simultaneously, Harmanpreet Kaur's team was eliminated from the World Cup group stage following a six-wicket defeat. Australia successfully chased down India's total of 170 with one over remaining. The losses sparked significant reactions from fans and experts alike, as both teams faced criticism for their performances.

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  • India men lost T20I series 2-0 to Ireland in Belfast.
  • Ireland's win ends India's 16-series winning streak.
  • India women knocked out of T20 World Cup by Australia.
  • Australia chased down 170 runs with one over left.
  • Fans reacted strongly to the dual setbacks for Indian cricket.
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  • 6:27 PMYahoo Sports'Black day in Indian cricket': Fans react as men lose T20I series to Ireland, women crash out of T20 World Cup group stage
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Indian cricket fans have labelled it a Black Day after the men's team suffered a historic T20I series loss to Ireland and the women's team exited the T20 World Cup.

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