Ireland prepares for T20 series as India aims for strong debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 8:01 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
India arrives at Stormont for two T20 internationals against Ireland on June 26 and 28, set to begin at 13:30 BST. The series opportunity coincides with Ireland facing several injuries, with key players such as Josh Little and Paul Stirling unavailable. At the center of attention is 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who could break records as the youngest Indian T20 debutant. Irish bowler Matthew Humphreys underscores the importance of preparation to tackle Sooryavanshi's explosive playing style. The absence of Mark Adair due to injury is a significant setback for Ireland's competitive edge in the series.
- •The T20 series begins on June 26 and 28 in Stormont.
- •India's Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could break debut records.
- •Ireland's squad faces injuries to key players.
- •Matthew Humphreys emphasizes research to tackle Sooryavanshi.
- •Ross Adair notes the impact of his brother Mark's absence.
- 8:01 AMYahoo Sports — 'Research' key to slowing down Sooryavanshi & India
- 8:01 AMBBC Sport — 'Research' key to slowing down Sooryavanshi & India
"A huge couple of days for Irish cricket beckon as India arrive at Stormont for two T20 internationals on Friday and Sunday [both 13:30 BST].
"A huge couple of days for Irish cricket beckon as India arrive at Stormont for two T20 internationals on Friday and Sunday [both 13:30 BST].
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 8:01 AM'Research' key to slowing down Sooryavanshi & India
A huge couple of days for Irish cricket beckon as India arrive at Stormont for two T20 internationals on Friday and Sunday [both 13:30 BST].
- BBC SportJun 25, 2026, 8:01 AM'Research' key to slowing down Sooryavanshi & India
A huge couple of days for Irish cricket beckon as India arrive at Stormont for two T20 internationals on Friday and Sunday [both 13:30 BST].
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