India to Tour Ireland for T20I Series in Late June 2026
Cricket Ireland has confirmed that India will tour the country for a two-match T20 International series on June 26 and June 28, 2026. The fixtures mark a significant moment for Irish cricket, as hosting one of the world’s cricketing powerhouses continues to grow the sport’s profile across the country.
Both matches are scheduled to be played at Malahide Cricket Club Ground in Dublin, one of Ireland’s premier international cricket venues. The ground has hosted numerous high-profile fixtures over the years and provides an intimate yet atmospheric setting for international cricket. Fans are expected to turn out in large numbers, with tickets likely to sell quickly given India’s massive global following.
The series comes at a busy time for the Indian cricket team, which will be using the tour as preparation for upcoming international fixtures. India’s T20 squad, packed with world-class talent from the Indian Premier League and international circuit, will provide stern opposition for Paul Stirling’s Ireland side. The Irish captain has been vocal about his team’s ambition to compete with the best, and this series offers the perfect opportunity to test themselves against top-tier opposition.
For the BCCI and Cricket Ireland, the tour represents the continued strengthening of ties between the two cricket boards. Discussions about the series had been ongoing since late 2025, with both organizations working to finalize dates and logistics. The confirmation of the fixtures has been welcomed by fans, players, and administrators alike.
Ireland’s T20I squad has been developing consistently, with a number of players performing well in county cricket and T20 franchise tournaments around the world. The emergence of young Irish talent, combined with experienced campaigners, has given the national team genuine depth and competitiveness at international level.
The tour also provides a boost for the Irish cricket economy, with fans traveling from across the country and beyond to watch the matches. Local businesses in Dublin and surrounding areas are expected to benefit from the influx of visitors during the series. Cricket Ireland has planned a range of community engagement activities alongside the matches, including school coaching clinics and fan zone events.
Television broadcast arrangements are being finalized, with the series expected to be available both domestically and internationally. Previous India tours of Ireland have drawn significant global viewership, and organizers are anticipating similar interest this time around.
Supporters are encouraged to monitor Cricket Ireland’s official channels for ticket release dates and pricing information. This is a rare opportunity to watch some of the world’s best cricketers in action on Irish soil, and demand is expected to be exceptional.