Cricket enthusiasts globally are buzzing as India and Ireland prepare to clash in the second Twenty20 International (T20I) of their 2026 series today, June 28. Following an unexpected upset in the first match, where Ireland secured a historic win, all eyes are on the Stormont Cricket Ground in Belfast for what promises to be a thrilling decider.
The match is scheduled to begin at 1:30 PM local time in Belfast, Northern Ireland, which translates to 6:00 PM Indian Standard Time (IST). Many Indian fans are inquiring about the availability of a free live telecast on DD Sports.
Cricket fans in India can watch the live broadcast for free exclusively on DD Sports. However, this free-to-air telecast is legally restricted to DD Free Dish and other terrestrial network users. Viewers subscribing to commercial cable or Direct-to-Home (DTH) platforms will not find the match on the standard DD Sports channel.
For viewers utilizing paid satellite networks, the Sony Sports Network holds the official television broadcast rights for the tour.The match is available across multiple regional channels, including Sony Sports Ten 1, Ten 3 and Ten 4. Digital audiences can access the live stream through the subscription-based SonyLIV application and website.
India vs Ireland 2nd T20I 2026 Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | 2nd T20I |
| Teams | India vs Ireland |
| Competition | India Tour of Ireland 2026 (Two-match T20I Series) |
| Date | Sunday, June 28, 2026 |
| Local Time | 1:30 PM (Belfast, Northern Ireland) |
| IST Time | 6:00 PM (Indian Standard Time) |
| Venue | Stormont Cricket Ground, Belfast (also known as Civil Service Cricket Club) |
| India Captain | Shreyas Iyer |
| Ireland Captain | Lorcan Tucker |
Head-to-Head & Recent Form
Historically, India has dominated T20I encounters against Ireland, holding an 8-0 undefeated record prior to this series. However, Ireland’s stunning 34-run victory in the first T20I of this 2026 series has shifted the balance, bringing the current head-to-head record to 8-1 in favour of India.
India enters this series as the reigning T20 World Cup champions from 2026. Ireland’s performance in the 2026 T20 World Cup included a 1-2 showing in their group stage matches.
With Ireland having already secured a memorable victory in the opening fixture, the second T20I is poised to be an unmissable encounter as India aims to level the series and finish their tour on a high. Ensure you tune into the official channels to witness the live action.