Mark Adair Returns as Ireland Face Triple Injury Blow Ahead West Indies T20 Series

Mark Adair is set to return to the Ireland cricket squad for the upcoming three-match T20 series against the West Indies, after missing the recent ODI series due to injury. However, Ireland faces a significant setback with the absence of Craig Young, Curtis Campher, and Gareth Delany, all sidelined by injuries, leading to the inclusion of Tim Tector, Stephen Doheny, and Gavin Hoey as replacements. National selector Andrew White acknowledged the challenges posed by these injuries but emphasized that they provide opportunities for new players to demonstrate their talent. The series is seen as a crucial preparation step for Ireland ahead of the Men's T20 World Cup scheduled for February 2026. Adair's return is a boost for the team, which has had to test the depth of its talent pool amid these setbacks. The T20 matches will take place on June 12, 14, and 15 at Bready, serving as an important measure of the squad's readiness for future international competitions.