Shreyas Iyer Leads India in First T20I Against Ireland Today as Test Action Continues
The two-match T20I series in Belfast offers India a chance to experiment with combinations, while England and West Indies look to fight back on Day 2 of their respective Tests.
The story
The men's international cricket calendar sees India begin their two-match T20I series against Ireland today in Belfast, with Shreyas Iyer leading a new-look Indian squad. This series presents an opportunity for India to fine-tune combinations and assess emerging talent.
Meanwhile, Day 1 of two significant Test matches concluded yesterday. At Trent Bridge, New Zealand dominated the opening day of the third Test against England, posting a strong 361/4 at stumps.
Openers Tom Latham (151) and Devon Conway (157) forged a record 317-run partnership before England staged a late fightback, claiming four wickets, including two in two balls, towards the close of play. In Antigua, Sri Lanka batted first against West Indies in their opening Test, being bowled out for 308.
Captain Dhananjaya de Silva was the standout performer for Sri Lanka with 120 runs. West Indies will begin their reply on Day 2. Additionally, three T20 World Cup Americas Sub Regional Qualifier matches and an Asia Pacific Champions Trophy fixture were decided on Thursday.
Latest results
| Match | Format | Result | Star |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand vs England, 3rd Test, Day 1 | Test | New Zealand 361/4 at stumps | Devon Conway 157, Tom Latham 151 |
| Sri Lanka vs West Indies, 1st Test, Day 1 | Test | Sri Lanka 308 all out at stumps | Dhananjaya de Silva 120 |
| Singapore vs Indonesia, 6th Match | T20 | Singapore won by 123 runs | Manpreet Singh 102 (42) |
| Bermuda vs Panama, 7th Match | T20 | Bermuda won by 10 wickets | Delray Rawlins 52* (17) & 2/14 |
| Bahamas vs Brazil, 8th Match | T20 | Bahamas won by 6 wickets | Festus Benn 3/22 |
Series in play
New Zealand tour of England, 2026. 3rd Test, Day 1 completed, New Zealand 361/4
Sri Lanka tour of West Indies, 2026. 1st Test, Day 1 completed, Sri Lanka 308 all out
India tour of Ireland, 2026. 1st T20I begins today
Asia Pacific Cricket Champions Trophy 2026. Group stage matches ongoing
ICC Mens T20 World Cup Americas Sub Regional Qualifier 2026. Group stage matches ongoing
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC World Test Championship | Australia (1st), South Africa (2nd), Sri Lanka (3rd) | Teams are ranked by percentage of points won; top two qualify for the final in 2027. |
| ICC Men's Test Team Rankings | Australia (1st), South Africa (2nd), India (3rd) | Current rankings as of June 8, 2026. |
| ICC Men's T20I Team Rankings | India (1st), England (2nd), Australia (3rd) | Current rankings as of June 8, 2026. |
What we'll be watching
- India vs Ireland, 1st T20I, on June 26, 2026, in Belfast.
- Day 2 of the 3rd Test between England and New Zealand at Trent Bridge on June 26, 2026.
- Day 2 of the 1st Test between West Indies and Sri Lanka at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium on June 26, 2026.
- The 2nd T20I between Ireland and India on June 28, 2026, in Belfast.
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