India enter this IRE vs IND match prediction as favourites to level the series, carrying a 52% win probability against Ireland’s 48%, but the margin for error is razor-thin after Friday’s historic upset. Lorcan Tucker’s side stunned the world champions by 34 runs in the series opener, Ireland’s first-ever T20I win over India, and will fancy a first bilateral series victory over the Asian giants if they win again at Stormont. Shreyas Iyer’s men will lean on their batting depth and bowling experience to respond. This IRE vs IND preview covers the pitch, playing XI calls, toss prediction and fantasy cricket tips ahead of a series decider in Belfast.
Ireland vs India Match Details
Match | Ireland vs India | 2nd T20I | India tour of Ireland 2026 |
Date | 28/06/2026 (Sunday) |
Time | BDT 6:30 PM / PKT 5:30 PM / INR 6:00 PM |
Format | T20 |
Venue | Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont, Belfast |
Recent performance | Ireland – L L W A W India – W W W W L |
IRE vs IND India Tour of Ireland 2026: Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont, Belfast
Coverage of this IRE vs IND fixture is split across regional broadcasters, with Sony’s network leading coverage in India and TNT Sports covering the host nations.
- Pakistan: No confirmed TV broadcaster; streaming via Tapmad
- India: Sony Sports Network (TV); SonyLIV (streaming)
- United Kingdom: TNT Sports (TV); Discovery+ (streaming)
- USA & Canada: Willow TV (TV and streaming)
- Australia & New Zealand: Sky NZ (New Zealand)
- MENA: Willow TV / Willow by Cricbuzz
- Worldwide: Matches available via Sports Live Hub for global streaming access across regions.
Ireland vs India Toss Prediction
India are tipped to win the toss this time and bat first at Stormont, a reversal from the series opener where they chose to bowl. After their batting collapse cost them game one, posting a total first would let India put scoreboard pressure on Ireland’s depleted attack. With this an afternoon fixture, dew should not influence the toss call.
Stormont Pitch Report
The Stormont pitch report for this IRE vs IND clash points to a surface that traditionally offers seam and swing for the bowlers early, with batting becoming notably easier once the new ball loses its shine. Totals in the 150-170 range have historically been competitive here, though Ireland’s 182 in the series opener showed scores can climb higher when batters settle in, making the powerplay overs the key tactical battle for both sides.
Weather Report
Sunday afternoon in Belfast should be slightly cooler than Friday’s series opener, with temperatures around 17-18°C and partly cloudy skies. The weather report points to just a 15% chance of rain, lower than earlier in the week, so a clean, uninterrupted contest looks likely. With the match starting in the early afternoon local time, dew is not expected to play a role.
IRE vs IND Head-to-Head Records
Matches Played | 9 |
IRE Won | 1 |
IND Won | 8 |
Tied | 0 |
No Result | 0 |
First-ever Fixture | June 10, 2009 |
Most-recent Fixture | June 26, 2026 |
Ireland vs India Team Preview & Squads
Ireland
Lorcan Tucker’s first assignment as full-time T20I captain could not have started better, his composed 50 in the series opener setting the tone for a famous win. His calm head behind the stumps and now with the bat gives Ireland a leader capable of handling the pressure of trying to close out a historic series victory.
Ireland’s batting structure leans on Tucker’s anchoring role alongside Gareth Delany’s explosive finishing, the pair having combined to rescue the innings from 51 for 4 last time out. Harry Tector’s all-round value and the top-order pairing of Ross Adair and Tim Tector add further options, even with several first-choice players missing through injury.
With the ball, Matthew Humphreys’ left-arm spin proved decisive in the series opener, while debutants Jai Moondra and Matt Hollard offered an instant new-ball threat that exposed India’s middle order. George Dockrell’s experience rounds out an attack that has punched well above expectations given the squad’s injury list.
Ireland Squads
Ireland Squads
Lorcan Tucker, Ross Adair, Ben Calitz, Gareth Delany, George Dockrell, Stephen Doheny, Gavin Hoey, Matt Hollard, Matthew Humphreys, Liam McCarthy, Jai Moondra, Harry Tector, Tim Tector, Reuben Wilson
India
Shreyas Iyer’s captaincy debut has begun on the toughest possible note, and how he steadies the side after a shock defeat will define his early tenure. His own experience under pressure, including multiple IPL captaincy stints, should help India regroup and respond with greater discipline in this series decider.
India’s batting structure will again look to Abhishek Sharma’s explosive form at the top after his half-century in the series opener, with Tilak Varma and Shivam Dube needing to take greater responsibility through the middle order this time. Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan add further depth, while teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi remains an intriguing option still waiting on his international debut.
Arshdeep Singh’s experience with the new ball gives India control in the powerplay, while Ravi Bishnoi’s wrist spin offers a genuine wicket-taking threat through the middle overs. Harshit Rana and Axar Patel add further balance, and this bowling unit will be desperate to tighten up after conceding 182 in the opener.
India Squads
India Squads
Shreyas Iyer, Tilak Varma, Abhishek Sharma, Arshdeep Singh, Shivam Dube, Harshit Rana, Ishan Kishan, Axar Patel, Prasidh Krishna, Prince Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi, Sanju Samson, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Suryansh Shedge, Washington Sundar
IRE vs IND Prediction
Event | Ireland | India |
Toss Winner | – | India |
Player of the Match | – | Shreyas Iyer |
Top Run Scorer | Lorcan Tucker | Shreyas Iyer |
Top Wicket Taker | Matthew Humphreys | Ravi Bishnoi |
Most Sixes | Lorcan Tucker | Shreyas Iyer |
Predicted Score | 180+ | 220+ |
Win Probability | 48% | 52% |
Ireland vs India Winning Prediction
India look the slightly stronger side to level the series in this IRE vs IND prediction, carrying a 52% win probability against Ireland’s 48%. Their batting depth and bowling experience should help them respond after Friday’s shock defeat, even as a confident Ireland side, riding the high of a historic win, will fancy completing an even bigger upset. Can Lorcan Tucker’s men make more history at Stormont? Follow JeetBuzz for live updates, expert stats and in-depth analysis as this series reaches its thrilling conclusion.
FAQ: India Tour of Ireland 2026 2nd T20I
Q1. What time does the IRE vs IND match start in IST?
The match starts at 6:00 PM IST on June 28, 2026.
Q2. Where can fans in the UK and Ireland watch the match live?
The match is available to stream live on Sports Live Hub (SLH).
Q3. Who is the key player to watch in this fixture?
Lorcan Tucker, fresh off his match-winning fifty and a historic first captaincy win, is the key player to watch.
Disclaimer: This cricket prediction reflects the author’s personal insights and analysis. We encourage readers to review the points shared and draw their own conclusions.