Dublin, Dec. 3 -- Ireland will face Italy in a three-match T20I series in Dubai as both teams gear up for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, scheduled to be held in India and Sri Lanka, as per the ICC website. The series provides a key chance for both sides to fine-tune their squads ahead of the tournament.

The series is also historic for Italy, as it marks their first-ever three-match bilateral series against an ICC Full Member. All matches will take place at the Sevens Stadium in Dubai, starting January 23.

Ireland and Italy have faced each other only once before in a T20I, back in 2023 during the qualifiers for the 2024 T20 World Cup, a match Ireland won by 7 runs. Italy will aim to gain crucial experience from the series as they prep...