TNI Bureau: Ireland scripted history by clinching their maiden T20I series victory over India, completing a stunning 2-0 clean sweep in the two-match series. The landmark triumph marks a defining moment for Irish cricket and highlights the team’s remarkable progress on the international stage.

Ireland laid the foundation with a commanding 34-run win in the opening T20I after posting 182/9 and bowling India out for 148. Their aggressive batting, fearless intent against India’s spin attack and disciplined pace bowling proved decisive.

Carrying the momentum into the second match, the hosts defended 154/8 to edge India by just one run in a thrilling contest, sealing the series with another composed all-round performance.

The Irish bowlers executed their plans brilliantly in both matches, striking at regular intervals and maintaining pressure throughout. Their ability to hold their nerve in crunch situations reflected a growing maturity within the squad.

For India, led by Shreyas Iyer, the series exposed lapses in execution despite experimenting with team combinations. Young batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi did not get an opportunity and remained on the bench throughout the tour.