India will look to level the series when they take on Ireland in the second and final T20 match at the Civil Service Cricket Club in Belfast on Sunday, June 28. Shreyas Iyer’s captaincy started with an unwanted record in the first T20.And to avoid defeat in the series, India must win.
Ireland achieved a historic 34-run win in the series opener, registering their first win over India in any format. Captain Lorcan Tucker and the bowlers performed disciplined. The host team will now aim to achieve a memorable series win on home soil.
India vs Ireland 2nd T20 match details
match: Ireland vs India, 2nd T20I
Tournament: India tour of Ireland, 2026
date: Sunday, June 28, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM IST (1:30 PM local time)
venue: Civil Service Cricket Club, Belfast
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Live broadcast: Sony Sports Network
India vs Ireland 2nd T20 Match Pitch and Weather Report
There is usually a balanced contest between bat and ball on the pitch. The fast bowlers should get some movement with the new ball, but batting becomes easier as the innings progress.
The average first innings score here in the last five completed T20Is is 157. Of the 26 T20Is played at this venue, 15 have been won by teams chasing the target.
The weather in Belfast is expected to be cloudy, with temperatures between 14°C and 16°C. Humidity will be around 75%, and light breezes may help the seamers. There is a slight chance of light drizzle, but a full 20 over match is expected.
India vs Ireland 2nd T20I head-to-head record
India has the upper hand against Ireland in the T20Is by winning eight of the nine matches played between the two teams. Before the current series, India had won all the eight previous meetings.
Ireland ended that streak with a memorable 34-run win in the first T20I in Belfast. This was the hosts’ first win over India in international cricket and their only win against the Men in Blue in this format.
India vs Ireland 2nd T20I Playing XI
India: Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson/Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer (captain), Tilak Verma, Shivam Dubey, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar/Suryansh Shedge, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna/Prince Yadav.
Ireland: Tim Tector, Ross Adair, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (C&WK), Benjamin Calitz, Gareth Delaney, George Dockrell, Liam McCarthy, Matthew Humphries, Jai Mundra, Matthew Hollard
Toss prediction in India vs Ireland 2nd T20 match
If winning the toss, both teams are likely to choose to bat first. India struggled to chase 183 in the first T20I, showing that scoreboard pressure can make batting difficult at Stormont.
India vs Ireland 2nd T20 Match Score Prediction
If India bats first: If the top order gets going then India has enough firepower to score 170-185 runs. After the defeat in the first T20I, better contribution from the middle order will be important.
If Ireland bat first: Ireland will aim for a more competitive total of 165-180. Their batsmen showed good intent in the series opener and they will be looking to carry forward that performance.
Key players to watch in India vs Ireland 2nd T20 match
India
Abhishek Sharma: Abhishek was India’s best batsman in the first T20I, scoring 49 runs off 20 balls. His aggressive start can put Ireland under pressure.
Harshit Rana: Harshit impressed with figures of 3/24 on his return. India will depend on him to provide early success.
Arshdeep Singh: Arshdeep took two wickets in the first game. His ability to swing the new ball makes him one of India’s leading bowlers.
ireland
Lorcan Tucker: Tucker led the way with 50 in the first T20I and became the first men’s T20I captain to score a half-century in each of his first three matches as captain.
Matt Hollard: Hollard enjoyed a dream start, taking 3 for 28 and dismissing Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer. He would again lead Ireland’s pace attack.
George Dockrell: Dockrell adds experience and finishing ability to the lower order. His quickfire 19 off 10 balls helped Ireland finish strongly in the opening match of the series.
India vs Ireland 2nd T20I Best Batsman Prediction
India:
Abhishek Sharma is a strong contender to become India’s highest run-scorer. He looked in excellent form in the first T20 match and can take full advantage of the powerplay.
Ireland:
Lorcan Tucker is favored to score the most runs for Ireland. The captain has been in great form and has handled the pressure brilliantly throughout the series.
India vs Ireland 2nd T20I Best Bowler Prediction
India:
Harshit Rana is a major contender to become the highest wicket-taker for India. His pace and accuracy make him a constant threat with the new ball.
Ireland:
Matt Hollard is expected to lead Ireland’s bowling once again. After an impressive debut, the young fast bowler will be confident of troubling India’s top order.
India vs Ireland chances of winning 2nd T20 match
India vs Ireland 2nd T20 Match Prediction
Despite the defeat in the series opener, India will start as favorites in the second T20 match. The visiting team has a strong batting lineup and will be determined to avoid defeat in the series.
Ireland will take confidence from their historic win and home conditions. However, if India’s batsmen perform better, Shreyas Iyer’s side should have enough quality to level the series 1-1.
