In one of the most stunning upsets in modern cricket history, India’s post-World Cup honeymoon came to a grinding halt on Monday as they suffered a historic 0-2 T20I series defeat against Ireland. Arriving in Belfast fresh off their T20 World Cup 2026 triumph,

Before the letdown against Ireland, Gambhir was at the helm during India's white-ball series defeat against Sri Lanka, marking his first assignment with the Men in Blue.

India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate admitted the T20 world champions were "outdone and outsmarted" after a 2-0 series loss to Ireland, while insisting 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is ready for international cricket but must earn his debut.

For Gavaskar, the defeats were concerning not just because of the results, but because of the team's approach.

Sunil Gavaskar criticised India's attitude after the 2-0 T20I series loss to Ireland, calling it one of the lowest moments in Indian cricket history.

Ireland achieved a historic one-run victory over reigning T20 World Cup champions India, securing a stunning 2-0 series sweep. Debutant Jai Moondra's fiery opening spell and disciplined death bowling proved crucial as Ireland defended a modest 154.

Debutants Matthew Hollard and Jai Moondra celebrate after Ireland's shock victory over India Seb Daly/Sportsfile via Getty Images Ireland have achieved an historic victory over India after beating the reigning T20I world champions by 34 runs at Stormont ...

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