"What A Fight!": Twitter Lauds Ireland For Almost Chasing 226 vs India

When India posted a total of 225/7 in the 2nd T20I against Ireland at The Village in Malahide, few would have anticipated a last-ball thriller. But the Irish batters were in no mood to go down without a fight and they took the attack to the Indian bowlers. After Paul Stirling's whirlwind knock gave them the perfect start, captain Andy Balbirnie took over and hit a fine half-century. Knocks from Harry Tector, George Dockrell and Mark Adair then almost saw the hosts over the line in what would have been an upset for the ages, but they eventually fell short by just four runs.

Social media was full of praise for Ireland for the fight they put up against the Hardik Pandya-led Indian side.

Even Indian players and VVS Laxman, who was the visitors' coach for the series in the absence of Rahul Dravid, lauded the Irish fightback.

Here are some of the best reactions:

Fantastic game to finish off the series Congratulations to the team, staff and our fans for an amazing effort. Well done to Ireland for a brilliant game pic.twitter.com/x8Ct6OhPr4

A great game to end the series on a winning noteWhat a fight! Well played, Ireland pic.twitter.com/tItqDMceXi

Had a wonderful time and a great experience here. The way our boys played was fantastic. The fight shown by the Irish batters & their approach tonight was commendable! Great to see such young talents coming up here. Thank you Ireland for hosting us #IREvIND pic.twitter.com/7H5QWTKJKc

Ireland, you guys were exceptional tonight #IREvIND

Ireland team are the real winners, the fightback, 14th in ICC ranking, lost by just 4 runs while chasing 225 runs against India - this is massive for Irish.

Ireland already my winner. What entertainment!

India have defeated Ireland by the barest of