Bhubaneswar, June 28 -- Former India opener Sadagoppan Ramesh launched a scathing attack on the Indian team management after India's shocking 34-run defeat to Ireland in the opening T20I. Chasing 183, the Shreyas Iyer-led side was bowled out for 148 without even batting the full 20 overs, handing Ireland its first-ever victory over India in international cricket.

Ramesh blamed the loss on complacency, claiming the Indian team underestimated Ireland and approached the tour with a casual mindset. He praised the hosts for executing their plans effectively, particularly by exploiting the larger boundaries and using short-pitched bowling to trouble the Indian batters.

Apart from Abhishek Sharma's explosive 49 off just 19 deliveries, none of ...