Ireland appoints Lorcan Tucker as T20I captain for India series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 10:00 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Ireland has named wicketkeeper-batter Lorcan Tucker as the new T20I captain ahead of a two-match series against India. Tucker, who takes over from Paul Stirling, expressed his excitement about leading a youthful squad featuring three uncapped players due to injuries to several senior team members. He aims to build towards the 2028 T20 World Cup and sees the series against India as a significant challenge. National selector Andrew White acknowledged the opportunity for new players to step up in the absence of key individuals.
- •Lorcan Tucker replaces Paul Stirling as T20I captain.
- •Ireland faces India in a two-match T20I series.
- •The squad includes three uncapped players due to injuries.
- •Tucker aims to build towards the 2028 T20 World Cup.
- •National selector highlights opportunities for new players.
- 10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Three new faces in Ireland for India series; Lorcan Tucker named new T20I captain - see full squad
"Ireland have appointed wicketkeeper-batter Lorcan Tucker as their new T20I captain ahead of the two-match series against India. With several senior players sidelined by injuries, Ireland have named a youthful squad featuring three uncapped players. Tucker called the role a privilege and said he hopes to challenge the reigning T20 world champions and build towards the 2028 World Cup.
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