Former Karnataka wicketkeeper-batter Avinash Vaidya has been appointed as the Indian team manager for the upcoming T20I series tour to Ireland and England.
India will play two T20Is against Ireland on June 26 and 28 at Belfast, followed by five matches against England between July 1 and 11.
Vaidya is a vastly experienced administrator, having worked with Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings in the past in the IPL.
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The 59-year-old is a member of the current Managing Committee of the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA), led by Venkatesh Prasad.
During his playing days, Vaidya, besides Karnataka, appeared for India-A, Board President’s XI and South Zone in various competitions.
He was also a member of the Karnataka side that won multiple Ranji Trophy titles in the 90s.
Published on Jun 12, 2026
Former Karnataka wicketkeeper-batter Avinash Vaidya has been appointed as the Indian team manager for the…