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Ireland T20s against India create excitement for 2030 World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 6:03 PM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Ireland T20s against India create excitement for 2030 World Cup

Summary

Ireland's two T20 matches against India this weekend at Stormont aim to generate enthusiasm for the 2030 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by England, Scotland, and Ireland. Ireland assistant coach Gary Wilson highlighted the significance of these games in building excitement around the upcoming tournament. The matches provide an important opportunity for players and fans to engage ahead of the World Cup.

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Key Details

•Ireland plays two T20s against India this weekend.
•Matches are at Stormont, enhancing local interest.
•Co-hosting duties for the 2030 World Cup include Ireland.
•Gary Wilson emphasizes the excitement that can be generated.

Latest Updates

5:59 AMYahoo Sports — 'Why can't we do a Kenya?': Gary Wilson targets Ireland semi-final run at 2030 T20 World Cup, with India series as launchpad
6:03 PMBBC Sport — India T20s can get 'everyone excited' about 2030

What they're saying

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Ireland assistant coach Gary Wilson says this weekend's two T20 matches against India at Stormont are a great way to get "everyone excited about a Word Cup" that will be co-hosted by England, Scotland and Ireland in 2030.
— BBC Sport