India vs Ireland: Iyer bowls first, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi waits to debut

• India bowl first

Newly appointed captain Shreyas Iyer chose to field first after winning the toss, citing unfamiliar conditions in Belfast and a desire to adapt quickly.

• Sooryavanshi’s debut delay

15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will not make his international debut in this match, though Iyer confirmed he will get his opportunity in due course.

• Team composition

India’s playing XI includes three seamers and one all-rounder, with Iyer emphasising a ‘ruthless’ approach in their first match post-world title win.

• Ireland’s debutant

Ireland’s Jai Moondra makes his debut in the T20I, with skipper Lorcan Tucker also opting to bowl first after assessing the pitch conditions.

• Captains’ strategies

Both Iyer and Tucker highlighted the importance of adapting to local conditions, with Iyer stressing a ‘one match at a time’ mindset for the new era.