Srikkanth criticizes Tilak Varma after India's series defeat to Ireland
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 1:12 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth criticized Tilak Varma following India's narrow one-run defeat to Ireland in the second T20I in Belfast on June 28. Chasing 155 runs, India struggled early and managed only a slow-paced 55 from Varma off 46 balls. Srikkanth pointed out poor strike rates and a concerning 45-ball period without a boundary, leading to India's first series loss to Ireland in T20 history. This defeat comes after India had won all eight of their previous T20Is against Ireland. Discussions will likely focus on India's batting approach and adjustments moving forward.
- •India lost to Ireland by one run in the second T20I.
- •Tilak Varma scored 55 runs off 46 balls.
- •Srikkanth criticized Varma's slow scoring.
- •India went 45 balls without a boundary.
- •This defeat marks India's first-ever T20 series loss to Ireland.
- 1:12 PMYahoo Sports — 'Tilak Varma was playing for himself': Srikkanth blasts India batter after series defeat
"Former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth has slammed Tilak Varma and other Indian batters following a shocking one-run defeat to Ireland. Srikkanth criticized their slow scoring and lack of attacking intent in the middle overs, stating that such an approach is unacceptable in T20 cricket. He highlighted a period of 45 balls without a boundary as particularly concerning, leading to India's first-ever series loss against Ireland in the format.
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