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Ireland Under-19s Men's tour to South Africa announced
The Ireland U19s Men’s squad is set for a pre-season tour to South Africa where they will play competitive fixtures against the SSE Cricket Institute (Titans Academy).
Ireland Under-19s Women begin World Cup build-up with warm-up win over UAE
Ireland Under-19s Women’s captain Amy Hunter top-scored the Irish side started their Women’s Under-19 T20 World Cup preparations with a two-wicket victory over the United Arab Emirates (UAE) at the Tuks Oval.
Ireland Under-19s women's squad announced for first-ever Under-19 World Cup
Cricket Ireland has today named a 15-player Ireland Under-19s Women’s squad that will participate in the first-ever ICC Under-19s Women’s T20 World Cup in January 2023 in South Africa.
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Bangladesh vs Ireland, 2nd T20I: Bangladesh beat Ireland by 77 runs
Bangladesh overwhelmed Ireland in the 2nd T20I to claim the series, by taking an unassailable 2-0 lead, the three match series. Bangladesh beat Ireland by 77 runs.
Bangladesh vs Ireland, 1st T20I: Rony's maiden T20I half century powers Bangladesh to win in rain affected encounter
Rony Talukdar struck a career-best 67 from 38 balls as Bangladesh posted 207-5 in 19.2 overs before rain ended their innings. Ireland reached 81/5 in their allotted 8 overs losing by 22 runs (DLS method) in Chittagong today.
Stirling steps in as T20I captain, Balbirnie rested from series
Ireland Men’s captain Andrew Balbirnie will be rested from the T20 International series against Bangladesh this week, with Paul Stirling stepping into the role it was confirmed today
Kia McCartney joins Women’s Senior Performance Squad for 2023
Cricket Ireland has today confirmed that Coleraine Cricket Club’s Kia McCartney has been offered a casual contract for 2023, replacing Rachel Delaney who has stepped away from the women’s senior performance squad due to work commitments.
Bangladesh vs Ireland, 3rd ODI: Bangladesh thrash dismal Ireland by 10 wickets to win series 2-0
Liton Das and Tamim Iqbal breezed past Ireland's dismal 101-run total in less than 14 overs for Bangladesh's first-ever 10-wicket win, sealing a 2-0 series victory during Thursday's final one-day-international in Sylhet.
Bangladesh vs Ireland, 2nd ODI, Ireland tour of Bangladesh: Abandoned after record innings
The second one-day international between Bangladesh and Ireland was called off due to rain in Sylhet on Monday after the home side posted their highest-ever ODI total.
Bangladesh vs Ireland, 1st ODI: Bangladesh batters dominate first ODI against a battling Ireland
Bangladesh recorded their biggest-ever win in ODI cricket as they beat Ireland by 183 runs in the first match of the series in Sylhet.
Craig Young joins Ireland Men's T20I squad
Paceman Craig Young has been declared fit to join up with Ireland Men’s T20I squad in Bangladesh.
India and Bangladesh series' details confirmed as Ireland Men look forward to a big 2023
Irish cricket fans will be able to enjoy watching the world’s number one T20 International side, India, when the Asian juggernauts return to Malahide for a three-match T20I series this August.
Essex Cricket to Host Ireland Against Bangladesh in Three ODI Matches
Essex Cricket is delighted to announce that The Cloud County Ground will be hosting three Men’s One Day International (ODI) matches between Ireland and Bangladesh in May 2023.
Ireland chasing historic Test win on Bangladesh, Sri Lanka tours
Ireland begin a mini tour of South Asia this week chasing a historic first Test win as well as valuable white-ball practice ahead of the ODI World Cup in India later this year.
Belfast’s CIYMS set off in search of European glory
2022 Clear Currency All-Ireland T20 Cup winners CIYMS depart today for Malaga in southern Spain to take part in the 2023 European Cricket League (ECL) as Irish cricket’s representative club.
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Campher and Stirling half-centuries lead Ireland to warm-up match win
Half-centuries to Curtis Campher and Paul Stirling, followed by a proficient bowling display, saw Ireland Men get their tour of Bangladesh off to a winning start over the Bangladesh XI in today’s warm-up match.
All You Need to Know: Ireland Men's tour to Bangladesh
Ireland Men are currently in Bangladesh for a seven-match, multi-format series, which will include a first-ever Test match between the sides.
Tweak to Sri Lanka tour schedule sees Ireland Men set to play two-match Test series
Cricket Ireland has today confirmed it has agreed to a schedule change that will see Ireland Men’s tour of Sri Lanka in April become a two-match Test series in Galle.
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Curtis Campher looks forward to tour of Bangladesh
The Ireland Men’s squad has completed its first training session in Sylhet since arriving in Bangladesh, and all-rounder Curtis Campher is looking forward to the seven-match, multi-format tour – with an eye on a potential Test debut on the horizon.
Further late change to squads for Ireland tour to Bangladesh as Barry McCarthy forced to withdraw
Cricket Ireland has today confirmed a further late change to the previously announced squads for the tour to Bangladesh – the squad departs today for a seven-match, three format series of the Asian nation.
Andrew Balbirnie on Test cricket return
Ireland Men will fly out to Bangladesh tomorrow for a seven-match, three format series – a series which features the squad’s first Test Match since 2019. Captain Andrew Balbirnie is looking forward to once again playing “the purest form of the game.”
Changes to Ireland squads for men's tour to Bangladesh
Cricket Ireland has today confirmed three changes to the previously announced squads for the tour to Bangladesh – the squad departs on Saturday for a seven-match, three format series of the Asian nation.
Laura Delany speaking on her experience in Pakistan
Ireland Women’s captain Laura Delany has arrived in Pakistan ahead of the Women’s League exhibition matches, which gets underway on International Women’s Day, Wednesday 8 March.
Cricket Ireland announces central women's contracts for 2023
Cricket Ireland has today confirmed that 23 women’s central contracts have been offered for 2023, covering full-time, part-time and casual contracts.
Josh Little and Arlene Kelly take Player of the Year accolades at 11th Clear Treasury Irish Cricket Awards
Josh Little and Arlene Kelly were the big winners at the 11th Clear Treasury Irish Cricket Awards on Friday night in Dublin, as they were respectively named Men’s and Women’s International Player of the Year for 2022.
Shortlists revealed for International Players of the Year at the 11th Clear Treasury Irish Cricket Awards
The excitement is building ahead of the 11th Clear Treasury Irish Cricket Awards tomorrow night as the shortlists are revealed for the two big ‘international’ awards – International Men’s and International Women’s Player of the Year.
Club of the Year shortlist demonstrates power of the underdog
Cricket clubs drawn from the five Provincial Unions - Connacht, Munster, Leinster, Northern, and North West - have been shortlisted for the prestigious Butlers Club of the Year award at tomorrow night’s 11th Clear Treasury Irish Cricket Awards.
Paul Reynolds to be honoured for Outstanding Contribution and Service to Irish Cricket at Irish Cricket Awards
Player, administrator, international umpire, statistician, volunteer ‘helpdesk’ for clubs – so reads the submission that accompanied the nomination form for Paul Reynolds.
Paul Stirling granted NOC for Vitality Blast stint with Birmingham Bears
Cricket Ireland today granted Paul Stirling a No Objection Certificate (NOC) that will allow him to return to play for the Birmingham Bears after agreeing a short-term Vitality Blast contract.
Clear Treasury announced as title sponsor of the 11th Irish Cricket Awards
Cricket Ireland has today announced Clear Treasury as the new title sponsor of the 11th annual Irish Cricket Awards, which will take place this Friday 3 March in Dublin.
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Ireland’s Josh Little ruled out of remainder of PSL 2023
Ireland’s Josh Little has been ruled out of the remainder of the 2023 Pakistan Super League (PSL) after he sustained a hamstring strain during his time playing in the recent SA20 franchise tournament.
Ireland Squads named for men's tour to Bangladesh and Sri Lanka
Cricket Ireland has today announced five ‘squads’ that will play in multiple formats across Ireland Men’s back-to-back tours of Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in March/April 2023.
First round draws released for Irish Senior Cup and National Cup
The first round fixtures in the men’s Irish Senior Cup and National Cup club cricket competitions for the 2023 season have been drawn and dates for the competitions confirmed.
Test cricket return for Ireland Men as tour of Bangladesh confirmed
Ireland Men’s cricket team will play its first Test Match in over three years as part of its seven-match, multi-format tour of Bangladesh that was confirmed today.
Former Ireland international Jeremy Bray appointed Munster Reds Head Coach
Munster Cricket Union and Cricket Ireland have announced that former Ireland international cricketer and international coach Jeremy Bray has been appointed the new Munster Reds Head Coach.
Josh Little Speaks About Whirlwind Months of Cricket
Despite being only the third week of January, Irish international Josh Little has already had a big 2023.
Stephen Doheny after making his International debut
Yesterday was a special day for Ireland Men’s wicketkeeper-batter Stephen Doheny, as he made his international debut in the opening T20I against Zimbabwe.
Josh Little becomes first Irish international to earn Indian Premier League deal
Cricket Ireland has agreed to grant Irish international Josh Little permission to join the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2023 after he was picked up by the Gujarat Titans in today’s IPL Draft.
Inter-Provincial winter training squads named ahead of a big 2023
Extended winter training squads for the four men’s Inter-Provincial squads have been confirmed today ahead of a busy 2023.
Gaby Lewis named The Irish Times/Sport Ireland Sportswoman of the Month
Ireland international Gaby Lewis has been named The Irish Times/Sport Ireland Sportswoman of the Month primarily recognising her stellar performance on the recent Pakistan tour.
Confirmation of first-class fixture against Essex in lead-up to Lord's Test
Cricket Ireland today has confirmed that the Ireland Men’s cricket team will play a three-day first-class match against Essex in the lead-up to Lord’s Test match between Ireland and England in 2023.
PCB CEO thanks Ireland women and Bangladesh U19
Pakistan Cricket Board Chief Executive Faisal Hasnain has congratulated the Ireland women’s and the Bangladesh U19 teams on their successful tours of Lahore and Multan, respectively.
ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2022 Comment: Kohli lost for words as India, Sri Lanka start on winning note
Virat Kohli was lost for words as his unbeaten 82 took India to a stunning last-ball win against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup on Sunday after Sri Lanka had earlier strolled to a nine-wicket victory over Ireland.
Paul Stirling Wins Walter Lawrence Trophy
Ireland’s swashbuckling opener, Paul Stirling, stirred the pulses on his debut for Birmingham Bears at Edgbaston on May 26 with a thrilling hundred off 46 balls, which has won him this year’s Walter Lawrence Trophy.
A Test match at Lord's for Ireland Men in 2023 announced
Ireland Men’s cricket team is set to return to Lord’s for a Test match against England Men, the England and Wales Cricket Board has announced today as part of its home summer programme reveal.
Ireland Academy squad named for 2022 European Cricket Championships
Cricket Ireland has today announced a 12-player Ireland Academy squad that will represent Ireland at the 2022 European Cricket Championships to be held at Cartama Oval in Spain from 12-16 September 2022.
Cricket Ireland announce Academy squad for three-day match against Free Foresters
Cricket Ireland has today announced a 12-player squad for Cricket Ireland Academy’s three-day match against Free Foresters First XI to be played at Arundel Castle in West Sussex between 6-8 September 2022.
Eddie Richardson heroics leads North County to dramatic National Cup victory
North County captain Eddie Richardson produced a stunning all-round display with bat and ball, to lead his North County side to a dramatic come-from-behind 12-run victory over Terenure to win the 2022 Clear Currency National Cup final at Leinster Cricket Club.
CIYMS claim an all-Ireland club cup double after commanding win over Lisburn
Belfast-based CIYMS, the Clear Currency All-Ireland T20 Cup champions of last week, have added the Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup title to their trophy cabinet after a dominant 225-run win over a gallant Lisburn
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Big weekend of Cup Final action with the Irish Senior Cup and National Cup up for grabs
This weekend is the pinnacle of the club game in Ireland as the Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup and Clear Currency National Cup finals take place.
CIYMS dominates Cork Harlequins to claim All-Ireland T20 Cup honours
An aggressive yet disciplined bowling display by the Belfast-based CIYMS led them to a six-wicket victory over Cork Harlequins at The Mardyke...
Rebecca Stokell blasts a century as Merrion take All-Ireland T20 Cup honours
A masterful century by Rebecca Stokell helped secure the Clear Currency Women’s All-Ireland T20 Cup title for Merrion after a 64-run victory over CSNI at The Mardyke.
All you need to know about the Clear Currency All-Ireland T20 Cup Finals this Sunday
The Mardyke in Cork is the venue for the Clear Currency All-Ireland T20 Cup finals this weekend – an entertaining doubleheader awaits fans with CSNI playing Merrion in the Women’s final..
Ireland Men to play a Test match and ODI series against England in first year of new ICC Future Tours Programme
The International Cricket Council today released a new four-year Future Tours Programme (FTP) for the men’s game which will see Ireland Men play 113 matches against Full Members between May 2023 and April 2027.
Cricket Ireland applauds Kevin O'Brien as he retires from international cricket
Irish sport’s most capped international team sportsperson, Kevin O’Brien, has announced his retirement from international cricket.
First-ever Women's Future Tours Programme confirms Irish fixtures to April 2025
The International Cricket Council today released its first-ever multi-year Future Tours Programme (FTP) for the women’s game which will see Ireland Women play series against eight of the world’s top ten sides between 2022 and 2025.
Scotland tour and squad announced for Ireland Women
Cricket Ireland and Cricket Scotland have today announced a three-match T20 International series between Ireland Women and Scotland Women from 5-8 September 2022 in Scotland.
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Ireland Cricket announce Celtic Cup return and youth tri-series
Cricket Ireland has announced a further programme of national youth fixtures, including the return of the Celtic Cup and a youth tri-series to begin next week.
Arlene Kelly offered full-time Ireland contract
Cricket Ireland has today confirmed that Arlene Kelly has been offered a full-time contract until February 2024 – becoming the 21st contracted cricketer in the Ireland Women’s senior squad in 2022.
Two enforced changes to Ireland Women squad for Netherlands tour
Selectors have been forced to make two changes due to injury to the Ireland Women’s squad travelling to the Netherlands for a three-match one-day international series against Netherlands Women from 22-26 August 2022.
Draw for the men's and women's Clear Currency All-Ireland T20 Cup revealed
The semi-finals of the men’s Clear Currency All-Ireland T20 Cup and the preliminary final of the women’s Clear Currency All-Ireland T20 Cup have been drawn, with matches to take place on Sunday 14 August 2022.
Ireland Academy squad set for red-ball fixture against England Under-19s
Cricket Ireland has today announced a 12-player squad for Ireland Academy’s three-day match against England Under-19s to be played in Loughborough from 16-18 August.
Harry Tector upbeat about Ireland Cricket's summer so far
In-form Irish batter Harry Tector is upbeat about the summer so far for Ireland, despite the ‘mixed bag’ of results, and was speaking about his recent contract offer to play in two white-ball tournaments in the Caribbean starting in late August.
Final places at stake in the Irish Senior Cup and National Cup
It’s semi-finals weekend in both the Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup and Clear Currency National Cup, with some top-class club cricket action anticipated across Ireland.
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Ireland National Youth tours and squads announced
Ireland’s national youth squads will re-commence summer tours for the first time since 2019 with three youth squads named for trips in early August.
Netherlands tour announced for Ireland Women
Cricket Ireland and Netherlands Cricket (KNCB) has today announced a three-match one-day international series between Ireland Women and Netherlands Women from 22-26 August 2022 in the Netherlands.
Late change in Ireland Women's squad T20I Tri-Series
Senior Irish international Shauna Kavanagh has withdrawn for personal reasons from the Ireland Women’s squad and will be replaced by Mary Waldron ahead of the Women’s T20 International Tri-Series against Australia and Pakistan to be played at Bready Cricket Club from 16-24 July 2022.
Cricket Ireland on Eoin Morgan's retirement
Cricket Ireland has today congratulated Eoin Morgan on his career after his recent retirement announcement.
William Porterfield retires from international cricket
Irish cricket legend William Porterfield has today announced his retirement from international and representative cricket
Ireland Development XI squad named for Gloucestershire red-ball match
Cricket Ireland has today named a 12-player squad that will travel to England this Sunday to play in a four-day red-ball match against Gloucestershire 2nd XI in Bristol between 20-23 June 2022.
Peter Chase announces international retirement
Irish international Peter Chase has today announced his international retirement, bringing to a close an eight-year career.
New Head of Facilities and Operations appointed by Cricket Ireland
Cricket Ireland has today announced that Richard Fahey will join the organisation as its Head of Facilities and Operations....
HBV Studios announced as title sponsor of Women’s international series against South Africa
Cricket Ireland have today announced that HBV Studios Ltd. will be the title sponsor of Ireland Women’s multi-format series with South Africa Women starting on Friday, with the series officially to be known as 'The HBV Studios International Women's Cricket Series'.
Hume, Hand and Olphert handed Cricket Ireland contracts
Cricket Ireland today has handed Graham Hume and Fionn Hand retainer contracts, and Conor Olphert an education contract, as part of its strategy to increase the depth of bowling ranks ahead of a busy period for Ireland Men.
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Ireland Women find out their opponents for the ICC Women’s Championship 2022-2025
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has today announced the 2022-2025 ICC Women’s Championship match-ups that form the qualification route to the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025.
Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup and Clear Currency National Cup second round draw
Last weekend saw 50 cricket clubs around Ireland competing in the first round of the Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup and Clear Currency National Cup competitions – the action marked the return of these two much anticipated events after a two-year hiatus.
Irish Senior Cup and National Cup return this weekend after two-year hiatus
This weekend the Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup and Clear Currency National Cup competitions return to cricket grounds all over Ireland after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Nathan Hauritz named new Spin Bowling Coach for Cricket Ireland
Former Australian international Nathan Hauritz has been announced as Cricket Ireland’s new Spin Bowling Coach.
talkSPORT announced as Cricket Ireland radio/digital broadcast partner for summer 2022
Cricket Ireland and talkSPORT has been announced a new partnership to broadcast Ireland Men's 2022 home fixtures against India, New Zealand and South Africa across the UK and the Republic of Ireland.
Batting is a Chore for Knights but rain decides the battle of the north
A well-constructed 48 on debut by Ani Chore saved the Northern Knights blushes against an incisive North West Warriors seam-bowling attack, before a Ruhan Pretorius-inspired batting collapse and rain settled the result
Irish umpire Roland Black to stand in English matches as part of exchange
Irish umpire Roland Black has flown to England to stand in two four-day matches as part of an umpire exchange initiative with the England and Wales Cricket Board.
New President of Cricket Ireland confirmed
David Griffin has been confirmed as the new President of Cricket Ireland following today’s Annual General Meeting, replacing Philip Black who has been President since 2020.
Cricket Ireland signs new broadcast deal with Pitch International
Cricket Ireland has today announced a new five-year broadcast deal with Pitch International for Ireland men’s and women’s international cricket played at home in that period.
Paul Davidge appointed head coach of Typhoons ahead of the Arachas Super Series start
Cricket Ireland has today announced Paul Davidge as the new head coach of Arachas Super Series side the Typhoons for the 2022 season.
Gareth Delany looking ahead to a big 2022 with top opposition touring and a World Cup ahead
As Ireland Men’s cricket team prepares for a big year ahead – which includes hosting four touring sides and a heading to a T20 World Cup in Australia – all-rounder Gareth Delany hopes his performances on the recent Ireland Wolves tour to Namibia will be a springboard for a sustained run in the senior side.
NV Play and Cricket Ireland partnership to boost the club game across Ireland
Cricket Ireland and NV Play – the global cricket technology platform – have announced an extension of their partnership to provide a range of scoring, analysis and live streaming tools to cricket clubs across Ireland.
Cricket Ireland put International tickets on general sale for biggest summer of cricket
Cricket Ireland has today put tickets on public sale ahead of the biggest summer of cricket in Irish history – with Ireland’s men’s and women’s international teams set to take on seven of the world’s top teams over a three-month period.
Cricket Ireland offer three new contracts
Three new contract offers were announced today by Cricket Ireland with Luke Georgeson signing a full-time central contract, while Murray Commins and Stephen Doheny agreed terms on 12-month retainer contracts.
Ireland Women's performance squad set for Spanish preparation camp
Ahead of a busy summer campaign against a number of the world’s top sides, Ireland Women’s head coach Ed Joyce will be taking the senior performance squad to Spain for an intensive weeks’ warm weather training camp from 21-27 April 2022.
Cricket Ireland’s plan to improve High Performance Programme
The Board of Cricket Ireland has accepted the 26 key recommendations from the Men’s T20 World Cup Review report, while acknowledging that the organisation needs to ‘do better’ in a number of critical areas to support Irish cricket’s high performance system at its Board Meeting in Dundalk yesterday.
Ireland Women set for historic first-ever tour to Pakistan
The Ireland Women’s cricket team will become the first Irish senior international side to tour Pakistan when they play a six-match white-ball series in November 2022, it was announced today.
Ireland Men set for batting camp in Spain next week
Ireland Men’s newly-appointed batting coach Gary Wilson will take a 12-player squad to Desert Springs in Spain for an intensive four-day batting camp as part of their pre-season preparations ahead of a busy 2022.
MCC Women to tour Ireland for first time
The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) Women’s team will visit Ireland for a two-match white-ball series against Ireland Women’s Select XI and Leinster President’s XI in July – with Irish players set to feature on both sides of the contest.
Cricket Ireland to enter development squad in 2022 European Cricket Championship
Cricket Ireland has today confirmed that it has agreed to enter a representative team in the 2022 European Cricket Championship in September 2022.
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€1.5M investment in Ireland women's cricket
Cricket Ireland today unveiled its first-ever full-time professional contracts for Ireland Women as part of a €1.5M investment in the women’s game – and announced three of the world’s best teams would tour Ireland this summer.
New Northern Knights captain Mark Adair on 2022 Inter-Provincial Series as fixture schedule released
New Northern Knights captain Mark Adair gave his views and hopes for this season’s 2022 Inter-Provincial Series, as Cricket Ireland releases the fixture dates for the 50-over Inter-Provincial Cup and T20 Inter-Provincial Trophy competitions.
Cricket Ireland offers 12 two-year central contracts as part of improved men's contract system
Cricket Ireland has today confirmed 19 men’s central full-time contracts have been offered in 2022 – 12 of which are two-year deals.
Gary Wilson, Ryan Eagleson appointed to Ireland coaching roles
Cricket Ireland has today announced the appointment of former internationals Gary Wilson and Ryan Eagleson to the coaching staff of the Ireland Men’s senior squad as part of structural changes made to the support set-up.
Tributes paid to outgoing interim men's head coach David Ripley
As David Ripley, interim Ireland Men’s Head Coach, finishes his contract with Cricket Ireland, Men’s captain Andrew Balbirnie and High Performance Director Richard Holdsworth have paid tribute to the work of the former Northamptonshire head coach after he guided Ireland Men to qualification for the 2022 ICC T20 World Cup.
Ireland releases men’s fixture dates as part of its largest-ever summer of international cricket
This summer is set to be the ‘Season of Stars’ - the largest-ever home season of international cricket that Irish fans have seen. Ireland Men’s senior side will take on four Full Members across a 15-match home international season against teams featuring many of the world’s best players.
New investment into hybrid pitches and facilities as part of Cricket Ireland's 2022 commitments following Review Report
The Board of Cricket Ireland has approved a new budget for 2022 that features a €317K Facilities Investment Package which includes the immediate investment in hybrid pitch technology and wet-weather protective and maintenance machinery.
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Irish umpire Jareth McCready elevated to Cricket Ireland's international umpiring panel
The Irish Association of Cricket Umpires and Scorers (IACUS) and Cricket Ireland have confirmed the list of representative umpire appointments for 2022 – which includes Downpatrick’s Jareth McCready as the newest member of the Cricket Ireland International Umpire Panel.
First Round Draws for Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup and National Cup
First Round Draws for Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup and National Cup
Paul Stirling, Gaby Lewis claim top honours at ITW Irish Cricket Awards 2022
Irish internationals Paul Stirling and Gaby Lewis were announced the men’s and women’s International Player of the Year respectively amongst the 15 categories of awards handed out at the ITW Irish Cricket Awards 2022.
Shortlists revealed for ITW Irish Cricket Awards 2022
The ITW Irish Cricket Awards 2022 will be digitally broadcast on Friday 25 February 2022 via Youtube, celebrating the year that international cricket returned to Ireland.
Ireland Wolves' Namibian tour and squad announced
Cricket Ireland has announced that the Ireland Wolves will take on Namibia A in an eight-match white-ball series at the Wanderers Cricket Club in Windhoek from 21 March to 5 April 2022, and has further announced a 16-player squad for the tour.
Ireland squad named for ICC Men's T20 World Cup Qualifier
Cricket Ireland has today released the 14-player squad that will compete in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Qualifier in Oman next month.
Ireland Women's Performance and Development squads announced
Cricket Ireland has today announced the Women’s Performance Squad and Women’s Development Squad for 2022, with Ireland Women’s head coach Ed Joyce acknowledging there has been a need to further improve the talent pathway now that Ireland has entered the ICC Women’s Championship.
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Ireland's Paul Stirling and Simi Singh both named in ICC Men's ODI Team of the Year
Ireland internationals Paul Stirling and Simi Singh have both been named by the International Cricket Council in the Men’s ODI Team of the Year this morning.
Ireland's Gaby Lewis named in ICC Women's T20I Team of the Year
Ireland international Gaby Lewis has been named by the International Cricket Council in the Women’s T20I Team of the Year this morning.
Singh, White out of 1st ODI after positive COVID tests
Simi Singh and Ben White are awaiting results of PCR tests after testing positive last night for COVID infection via a routine antigen test. Both players have been isolated and are out of today’s first ODI against West Indies.
Heinrich Malan appointed Ireland Men's Head Coach
South African-born coach Heinrich Malan has been appointed the successor to Graham Ford as Head Coach for Ireland Men and will take up the role in March 2022
Ireland interim Head Coach David Ripley on the ODI opening spot and the tour to date
Ireland Men’s interim Head Coach David Ripley reflects on the USA leg of the tour and looks ahead to competitive action against the West Indies
Cricket Ireland welcomes Irish Government's Covid Support funding
Cricket Ireland today welcomed the Irish Government’s €1.5 million support through the Covid-19 Sports Relief Fund that will help the sport recover, grow and attract people nationwide.
Dates and venue announced for Ireland Men's West Indies fixtures
Cricket West Indies (CWI) today confirmed the match schedule for the Ireland Men’s tour of the West Indies.
Cricket Ireland statement on Covid situation
Cricket Ireland has been actively monitoring and engaging in discussions with the ICC and government about the reported new Covid variant in southern Africa and its potential implications for teams participating at the current ICC Women’s World Cup Qualifier in Zimbabwe.
Ireland Men's interim coaching structure announced
Cricket Ireland has today announced an interim senior coaching structure for the Ireland Men’s squad that will be in place until the end of February 2022.
Ireland name squad for Tour of USA and West Indies
Selectors have named two squads for the upcoming Ireland Men’s multi-format white ball tour of the USA and West Indies next month.
Ireland Men's head coach Graham Ford to step down
Ireland Men’s head coach Graham Ford will step down from his role and will leave Cricket Ireland in December.
New partnership between Cricket Ireland and MSG
Cricket Ireland and sports equipment supplier Mansfield Sports Group (MSG) have partnered up in a deal that will see cricket training equipment made available for the senior international men’s and women’s teams, and provide discounts and preferential pricing of equipment to clubs and Provincial Unions.
Ireland chosen as preferred co-host for ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2030
The International Cricket Council has today named Ireland as a preferred co-host of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2030 with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and Cricket Scotland. Cricket Ireland Chief Executive Warren Deutrom reacts to the news.
Cricket Ireland and Provincial Unions launch first-ever national survey to help drive the future of the sport
Cricket Ireland, in partnership with the five Provincial Unions around Ireland, is today launching its first-ever national survey that will help drive forward the future of cricket across Ireland – from grassroots to representative, as well as the fans perspective on the game.
USA Cricket to Host Ireland in Historic Tour
Ireland Men’s cricket team is set to become the first Full Member nation to tour the United States to play against the USA Men’s national team in Florida this December.
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