Ireland beat India by 34 runs in Belfast for first-ever T20I victory
Ireland defeated India for the first time in international cricket, winning the opening T20I in Belfast by 34 runs. Lorcan Tucker and Gareth Delany anchored Ireland's innings with scores of 50 and 49 respectively, helping the side post 182/9. Debutant Matt Hollard was the standout bowler for Ireland, claiming 3/28 as India were bowled out for 148. Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan voiced his surprise at the result on social media. India captain Shreyas Iyer acknowledged the loss and expressed confidence in his team's ability to respond in the next fixture.
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