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Jai Moondra makes T20I debut for Ireland against India in Belfast

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Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Jai Moondra makes T20I debut for Ireland against India in Belfast
Summary

Jai Moondra, a left-arm pacer born in Rajasthan, made his T20I debut for Ireland against India at the Civil Service Cricket Club in Belfast. India captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and opted to field first. Moondra, who moved to Ireland in 2021 for his studies, has built a reputation as one of the country’s fastest bowlers while playing for Leinster Cricket Club. His selection marks a significant milestone in his career and the presence of Indian-origin players in Irish cricket. The match is currently ongoing.

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  • •Moondra debuted while India chose to field first.
  • •Iyer won the toss before the match in Belfast.
  • •Moondra previously played domestic cricket in Ireland.
  • •He joined the Leinster Cricket Club upon arrival in 2021.
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Born in Tonk, Rajasthan, Moondra moved to Ireland in 2021 to pursue a Master's degree in Electronics and Communication. After arriving, he joined Leinster Cricket Club in Dublin and worked his way into Ireland's domestic setup.

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Playing his first international match against India in Belfast on Friday, Moondra struck with the first delivery of his spell in the second over of India's innings.

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