Ireland head coach Heinrich Malan resigned hours after the historic 2-0 T2OI series win over India Cricket News:

Less than 24 hours after guiding Ireland to a 2-0 T20I series victory over India, head coach Heinrich Malan has resigned from his role with immediate effect.Ireland completed a 2-0 sweep after beating India by one run in the second T20I on Sunday. It was Ireland’s first ever series win against India in any form. They won the opening match by 34 runs a few days ago against the reigning T20 world champions.Batting first, Ireland scored 154 for eight in 20 overs. India finished on 153 for nine despite Prince Yadav hitting a six off the last ball of the innings.“It has been an absolute privilege to work with these players, staff and the wider Irish cricket community. My family and I had a wonderful experience living here, and we will look back on our time involved with Irish cricket with great fondness,” Malan said in a statement.“On the field, we can be proud of our historic T20 World Cup win against England in Melbourne, our first Test win against Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi, first ever Test win at home against Zimbabwe in Belfast, historic T20 series win at home against India and beating Pakistan, West Indies, South Africa as well as direct qualifications for T20 WC’s and becoming the top challenger in the world through our ability around the world.Malan’s contract was due to run until early 2027, but the 45-year-old South African has decided to leave early. Cricket Ireland said Malan believes the time is right for a new coach to take charge and prepare the team for qualification for next year’s ODI World Cup.Malan was appointed Ireland’s men’s head coach in January 2022 on a three-year deal, which was extended in 2024. During his time in charge, Ireland qualified for three consecutive T20 World Cups in 2022, 2024 and 2026. One of the team’s biggest results came in Melbourne in 2022, where Ireland defeated champions England.He also led Ireland to all three of the country’s Test victories, including their first ever Test victory.Ireland will next host Afghanistan for a five-match ODI series in August.