Cricket lovers got a treat on Saturday morning when BCCI released the itinerary for India’s tour of Ireland in June 2026. The limited-overs affair includes two T20Is, both slated for Belfast on June 26 and 28.
This visit revives a familiar path for India, who have toured Ireland thrice since 2018. Belfast hasn’t hosted India since 2007, making it a historic return. Irish fans, known for their passion, eagerly anticipate the Indian stars’ arrival.
Over the years, BCCI has dispatched young guns to Ireland, honing talents away from the spotlight. Will we see Suryakumar Yadav’s championship-winning squad, or another emerging lineup? That’s the question on everyone’s lips.
India’s T20 record against Ireland is impeccable—8 wins from 8. Ireland, however, is building momentum with a busy schedule: a T20 tri-nation with Pakistan and West Indies pre-series, and then five ODIs in Afghanistan.
The Afghanistan series raises eyebrows given Ireland’s vocal stance on women’s rights violations there. CEO Sarah Keane addressed the controversy: ‘Our choice reflects organizational priorities, not money or mandates.’
As the countdown to 2026 begins, this tour promises thrilling cricket, strategic squad selections, and perhaps some surprises on the Emerald Isle.