Ireland vs India Today's Match Prediction, 2nd T20I - Who will win today’s match?
Shreyas Iyer and Lorcan Tucker (Source: BCCI)
Published - 27 Jun 2026, 11:37 AM• Read time - 12 mins
India’s UK tour has begun with a shocker as they were humbled by Ireland in the opening T20I, losing by 34 runs. It was a historic night for the hosts, their first-ever international win over India, and it now gives them a golden chance to clinch the series 2-0.
That, however, is easier said than done. The reigning world champions will be stung by the defeat and are certain to come out firing in the next game, determined to restore pride and finish the series on a stronger note.
India’s batters struggled against two fresh faces in Ireland’s seam attack: Jai Moondra and Matt Hollard. The right–left arm pace combination unsettled the tourists, and the pair are likely to pose another stern challenge on Sunday.
The setback has also complicated India’s selection plans. The loss in the opener has dimmed the chances of handing Vaibhav Sooryavanshi his debut cap, with the team management now expected to lean on experience to avoid a series defeat.
IRE vs IND Match Info
| Date | Fixture | Match No | Venue | Start time (Local time) |
| Sunday, June 28 | Ireland vs India | 2nd T20I | Civil Service Cricket Club, Belfast | 1:30 PM |
Civil Service Cricket Club Venue Stats (T20I)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 28 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 11 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 16 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 129 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 114 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 190/5 (20) by Bangladesh vs Ireland, 2012 |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 53/10 (14.3) by Nepal vs Ireland, 2015 |
| Highest Score Chased | 175 [180/4 in 19 overs] by New Zealand vs Ireland, 2022 |
| Lowest Score Defended | 146 by Bangladesh vs Ireland, 2012 |
Civil Service Cricket Club Pitch Report and Playing Conditions:
| Aspect | Batters | Pacers | Spinners |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Assistance | Good | Good | Decent |
| Bounce | Decent | Decent | Moderate |
| Movement/turn | Good | Minimal after powerplay | Decent |
| Best Phase | Middle overs | With the new ball | Middle Overs |
IRE vs IND Head-to-Head record (T20Is)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 9 |
| Ireland | 1 |
| India | 8 |
Ireland vs India Predicted Playing 11
Ireland
Tim Tector, Ross Adair, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (c) (wk), Benjamin Calitz, Gareth Delany, George Dockrell, Liam McCarthy, Matthew Humphreys, Jai Moondra, Matthew Hollard
India
Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wk), Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer (c), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna
Players to watch out for in IRE vs IND:
Ishan Kishan
It was a rare off day at the office for Ishan Kishan on Friday, as the southpaw has been racking up runs with phenomenal consistency in the last six months. With Team India's back against the wall, Ishan has found yet another reason to fire.
Arshdeep Singh
The left-arm seamer has become India's go-to bowler in the T20I format. Arshdeep has become a senior player in the side by virtue of the experience gained over the years. He can aid Team India in making early inroads in the must-win encounter and also choke Ireland's run rate at the death.
Today's Match Prediction: India to win
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on current form, team balance, and available match data. Cricket remains unpredictable, and actual results may vary.
