Jai Moondra shines on debut as Ireland takes 34-run win over India
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 7:37 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Ireland claimed their first international win over India, defeating them by 34 runs in the opening T20I in Belfast. Jai Moondra, a 29-year-old Indian-origin pacer for Ireland, had a notable debut, taking 2 wickets for 25 runs, including the prized wicket of Sanju Samson on his first ball. While India's loss left fans disappointed, Moondra's family celebrated his performance, highlighting their pride as he made history on the field. The two teams will face off again in the second T20I on Sunday.
- •Ireland wins the first T20I against India by 34 runs.
- •Jai Moondra makes a successful debut, taking 2 wickets.
- •Moondra dismisses Sanju Samson on the first ball of his spell.
- •Next match is the second T20I in Belfast on Sunday.
- 7:37 PMYahoo Sports — 'Sad India lost, but ... ': Mother of Indian-origin Ireland pacer Jai Moondra reacts after dream debut
"Jai finished with figures of 2 for 25 from four overs after also dismissing Shivam Dube.
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