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1st ODI: South Africa v Ireland - match starts 8.00 am.
East London, 13 December.
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Laura Wolvaardt and Gaby Lewis with the ODI Trophy (CSA)
Another day, another venue, as the ODI series begins in Buffalo Park, the first of two games in the Eastern Cape. Ireland will be up against it again, relying on the usual suspects at the top of the order to score the runs while the longer format will suit the hosts strong batting lineup. If an upset is to occur it likely will have to come from the bowling unit although they found wickets hard to come by in the T20s.
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Ireland will face Italy in three T20 Internationals next month
Ireland will face Italy in three T20 Internationals next month (CricketEurope)
Cliftonville Academy sign overseas professional ZZZZ2:04 amZZZZ
Cliftonville Academy have confirmed the signing of South African batsman CJ Klijnhans as their overseas professional for the 2026 season.
Prendergast finds form ZZZZ1:15 amZZZZ
Orla Prendergast struck 51 not out in Boland and Aimee Maguire took three wickets as Ireland put on a much-improved display before succumbing by 65 runs to South Africa and falling 2-0 behind in the three-match T20 international series.
Ihsan sets record as Spain sweep Croatia ZZZZ10:04 amZZZZ
Mohammad Ihsan makes the highest men's T20I score by an associate player as Spain sweep their five match T20I series against Croatia.
Ireland lose tour opener ZZZZ12:19 amZZZZ
Ireland felt the full force of Laura Wolvaardt’s bat in Cape Town on Friday as the South African captain scorched to 115 not out from 56 balls and led her side to a crushing 105-run victory in the first of three T20 internationals.
Ireland left to ponder under Table Mountain ZZZZ2:26 amZZZZ
In Game One of the T20I series, Ireland found life very difficult against the T20 World Cup finalists but will need to keep focused with an eye on the Global T20 qualifier in Nepal early next year.
Leckey makes first grade debut for Randwick Petersham ZZZZ3:07 pmZZZZ
Adam Leckey became the fifth Irish player to make an appearance for Randwick Petersham in the first senior grade for the Sydney based club.
OP's change up ZZZZ3:01 pmZZZZ
Orla Prendergast has made the announcement she is changing her shirt number to honour her father who passed this year, which will be a big move for the all-rounder with plenty inspiring the decision.
Ireland's Italian job ZZZZ7:41 amZZZZ
Ireland will play Italy in three T20 internationals next month as part of their preparations for the T20 World Cup.
Ireland's Chattogram Blues ZZZZ7:39 amZZZZ
In Game Three, the visitors had a chance to seal a first T20I series win in Asia but may be left instead with lots to think about ahead of the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup.
Ireland run out of steam ZZZZ10:04 pmZZZZ
Paul Stirling blamed fatigue for a disappointing eight-wicket defeat by Bangladesh in the deciding T20 international in Chattogram that saw Ireland’s three-week tour end on its lowest note.
Life of Riley ZZZZ1:29 amZZZZ
Pembroke opening bowler Olly Riley will skipper Ireland at the U19 World Cup next month with fellow paceman Reuben Wilson, of Clontarf, as his vice-captain.
Ireland U19 World Cup squad named ZZZZ12:55 amZZZZ
The Ireland Under-19s squad has been named ahead of next month’s U19 World Cup, co-hosted by Namibia and Zimbabwe.
Hundred up for Ehtesham Ahmed ZZZZ2:18 amZZZZ
Ehtesham Ahmed joined a very exclusive club this year making 100 appearances for the MCC, and the milestone was marked by a special presentation at Lord's.
Thailand beat Scotland to win trophy ZZZZ1:32 amZZZZ
Thailand have been crowned winners of the inaugural ICC Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy after beating Scotland by three wickets at AIT Ground in Bangkok on Sunday.
World Cup plans on track ZZZZ1:24 amZZZZ
Win or lose the series decider in Chattogram on Tuesday afternoon, Ireland will fly home from Bangladesh with several questions answered and in good shape just over two months from the start of their T20 World Cup campaign.
Carmichael doubles up at Awards night ZZZZ3:23 amZZZZ
Cade Carmichael was named Cricketer of the Year and also picked up the Larry Warke Cup for the Premier League Batsman of the year.
Netherlands stun Scotland to set up exciting finale ZZZZ1:39 amZZZZ
The 27-run victory by the Dutch has allowed for four teams – Scotland, Thailand, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Netherlands – to remain in contention for the trophy.
Just falling short at Chattogram ZZZZ1:21 amZZZZ
Game Two had it all - Ireland's third best powerplay with the bat, a collapse, a slight off day with the ball but Heinrich Malan will be happy to learn as much as he can before the World Cup.
Orla tribute for dad ZZZZ4:30 amZZZZ
Orla Prendergast will wear the No 10 on her shirt during Ireland’s tour of South Africa next month as a tribute to her father Peter who died in May.
Ireland light up Chattogram ZZZZ10:36 amZZZZ
It was a performance for the ages in Game One with big nights out for the Brothers Tector, Matthew Humphreys and Mark Adair - can the T20 World Cup start tomorrow?
Double swoop for Lisburn ZZZZ9:47 amZZZZ
Lisburn have unveiled two major signings as they embark on a rebuild ahead of the 2026 campaign, recruiting overseas professional Jon Hinrichsen and opening batsman Judd Markham.
Scotland win thriller against PNG to stay top ZZZZ1:28 amZZZZ
Day five of the inaugural ICC Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy 2025 saw wins for Scotland, Thailand, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Netherlands.
Bonds Glen announce South African overseas professional ZZZZ2:03 amZZZZ
Bonds Glen have announced the signing of Danie Rossouw for the 2026 season. 
Thailand beat Tanzania to keep pressure on Scotland   ZZZZ9:11 amZZZZ
Day four of the ICC Women’s Emerging Trophy 2025 saw wins for Papua New Guinea (PNG), Scotland, Thailand and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
NW Championship review 2: St Johnston ZZZZ2:18 amZZZZ
St Johnston ended the season strongly, saving their best to last beating Ardmore in the play-off to ensure top flight cricket at the Boathole in 2026.
Donemana swoop for young Zimbabwean ZZZZ1:20 amZZZZ
Donemana have signed teenage all-rounder Luke Marillier for the 2026 season.
Scotland remain unbeaten in Emerging Trophy ZZZZ10:05 pmZZZZ
Scotland maintained their unbeaten streak by winning their third match – against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) – by 10 wickets, to add to the three wins they recorded in the Quad Cup ahead of this event, while hosts Thailand returned to winning ways against Namibia.
No relegation as NCU AGM confirms 12-team Premiership ZZZZ6:31 amZZZZ
There will be no relegation from the NCU Premier League next year and two teams will be promoted from Section One after clubs voted for a 12-team top tier from the 2027 season.
NCU Premier League set to expand to 12 teams? ZZZZ10:51 amZZZZ
NCU clubs will vote on Wednesday night on whether they want to increase the Premier League to 12 teams from 2027.
NW Championship review 1: Fox Lodge ZZZZ5:45 amZZZZ
It was a season of success for Fox Lodge who eased to the Championship title with 60 points to spare and also beat Coleraine to clinch the Eric Cooke Cup in a final to remember.
Death of Jackie Heywood ZZZZ3:08 amZZZZ
There was sad news this morning with the death of Fox Lodge stalwart Jackie Heywood.
Glendermott sign Nawaz ZZZZ8:23 amZZZZ
Glendermott have confirmed the signing of overseas professional Nasir Nawaz for the 2026 season.
Green light for National Cricket Centre ZZZZ7:59 amZZZZ
Cricket Ireland has today welcomed the announcement that final planning permission has been granted for the development of the first phase of the National Cricket Centre on the Sport Ireland Campus.
Munster axed from interpros ZZZZ1:41 amZZZZ
Munster Reds have been dropped from the interprovincial series for the 2026 season.
Exciting times at The Hills ZZZZ1:32 amZZZZ
There's an exciting development on the way at The Hills with the news that Fingal County Council  have granted planning permission for the construction of their indoor training centre.
Nathan Johns: 3 November ZZZZ3:52 amZZZZ
Swim Ireland boss comes with impressive credentials but will Irish cricket's political landscape allow her talents to be brought to the table?
Maguire return for Ireland ZZZZ6:49 amZZZZ
Aimee Maguire has been named in the Ireland squad for their six-match white-ball tour of South Africa in December.
An Umpire's Tale ZZZZ4:28 amZZZZ
Joe Connolly talks with Brian Gilmore about his time in cricket.
Sarah Keane named CEO of Cricket Ireland ZZZZ2:07 amZZZZ
Cricket Ireland has confirmed that Sarah Keane has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer designate and will take over the helm in March 2026.
Isaac Bird joins Rush ZZZZ1:30 amZZZZ
Rush have confirmed the signing of New Zealander Isaac Bird for the 2026 season.
LCU Review 8: Leinster ZZZZ7:57 amZZZZ
It was a case of so near yet so far for Leinster, who challenged for the Premiership all the way before falling at the final hurdle to Pembroke, and also being beaten in the T20 final by just five runs against Phoenix.
LCU Review 7: Clontarf ZZZZ1:24 amZZZZ
It was a season of near misses for Clontarf who threatened in all the major competitions but ultimately fell at the final hurdles.
The World according to Garth ZZZZ6:26 amZZZZ
IRELAND’S women cricketers missed on the World Cup which started in India and Sri Lanka this week. But one former international will be there, and at the heart of matters for the favourites for the trophy.
Death of Stan Mitchell ZZZZ1:05 amZZZZ
There was sad news on Thursday with the death of former Irish international and President Stan Mitchell.
Mark Hawthorne retires from international umpiring ZZZZ1:32 amZZZZ
The third T20 international against England was not just the end of a series, but also the end of an international career – long-term umpire Mark Hawthorne has decided to call it a day on his 23-year international umpiring journey.
Ireland fail to learn from past mistakes ZZZZ12:33 amZZZZ
Deutrom’s involvement may ensure the European T20 Premier League has a better chance of happening, but for Cricket Ireland to allow it to dictate its summer again is a recipe for disaster.
Nathan Johns: 12 September ZZZZ8:56 amZZZZ
Reactions to Ireland squad announcements never fail to disappoint. Not necessarily for the content of the squad itself. Social media and personal messages are instead what make this life interesting.
Doheny delivers but is it too late? ZZZZ6:53 amZZZZ
Friday's Emerald Challenge was the only one of the three scheduled matches to get a result with Stephen Doheny's hundred the main highlight.
Subterranean Homesick Blues ZZZZ12:11 amZZZZ
George Bernard Shaw wrote of cricket that “it is a game played by 11 fools watched by 11,000 fools”. If he had ventured into the Stormont grounds yesterday he may have revised his observation to 11 v 11.
Treble success for Instonians ZZZZ10:39 pmZZZZ
INSTONIANS held their nerve to win a last-over thriller against underdogs Cork County, clinching their first All-Ireland senior T20 crown, completing a magnificent treble in the process.
Merrion beat Waringstown to win third All-Ireland ZZZZ10:07 pmZZZZ
Merrion defied a battling Waringstown to win the All-Ireland T20 Women’s Cup for the third time at a blustery Stormont.
Instonians seal treble against battling Cork County ZZZZ9:04 pmZZZZ
The best moment for Instonians on Sunday was not when Cian Robertson hit the single to win the All-Ireland T20 final at Stormont but, a few hours later, when they heard that Cade Carmichael had been discharged from hospital.
Raiders of the lost ark ZZZZ12:42 amZZZZ
The Raiders and Strikers  are back in action next week, a year after their first appearance in a four-day game in preparation for the inaugural Belfast Test match against Zimbabwe.
Hinds hoping Waringstown can make history ZZZZ10:47 amZZZZ
Also on Sunday is the Women’s All-Ireland T20 Cup final with Waringstown keen to emulate their men’s side who have a record seven Irish trophies in the cabinet – six in the 50-overs format and one T20.
Instonians gunning for the treble ZZZZ10:44 amZZZZ
INSTONIANS will look to cap a superb season by winning their first All-Ireland title when they take on Cork County at Stormont on Sunday.
Deryck Vincent: 30 August ZZZZ10:18 amZZZZ
Lighting the fire The occasion made me realize, once again, just how much I love youth sport, particularly youth sport that is played and led in the correct manner. Where teams go out to play as hard as they can, give their all, but everyone stays on the right side of sportsmanship.
Leinster Lightning win 25th trophy ZZZZ2:06 amZZZZ
Leinster Lightning weren’t able to beat the weather on a frustrating day at Bready but still claimed the Interprovincial Cup for the 10th time in 13 years.
Leinster favourites for perfect 10 ZZZZ2:13 amZZZZ
The final games in the Interprovincial Cup take place on Wednesday with champions Leinster Lightning in pole position as they aim for a tenth title in 13 years.
Nathan Johns: 26 August ZZZZ4:14 amZZZZ
Why Ireland need Test cricket to capture the public imagination.
More success for Merrion as U17 All-Ireland Boys Cup won ZZZZ5:40 amZZZZ
Merrion won the All-Ireland U17 boys final, beating Brigade by the decisive margin of 25 runs. 
Cool hand Luuk takes 5 as Netherlands beat Ireland in U15 final ZZZZ2:15 pmZZZZ
IRELAND U15s were denied a clean sweep at the Barnard Castle Festival after winning their first four matches but losing the fifth to The Netherlands by 26 runs in the north-east of England.
Scotland beat Ireland to win Under 17 Celtic Cup ZZZZ1:29 pmZZZZ
SCOTLAND U17s claimed the Celtic Cup as Ireland were comprehensively beaten by seven wickets in the deciding T20 of a hard-fought five-match series at Stormont in Belfast.
Hasler, Blair and Armstrong star as Ireland Under 15s win again ZZZZ10:32 pmZZZZ
Callum Armstrong took his second five-wicket haul of the week as Ireland Under15's made it four straight wins at the Barnard Castle Festival as they beat MACC Academy by eight wickets
Gawley leads NCU to Festival title ZZZZ9:33 pmZZZZ
Evan Gawley was the NCU hero as he rescued his side from a precarious 88 for 7 to post a match winning 239 against the NW at Foyle.
Kelleher keeps Celtic Cup Under 17 series alive ZZZZ9:21 pmZZZZ
Gethin Kelleher was the Ireland hero with the Railway Union all-rounder showing nerves of steel to score the seven runs required from the last three balls to secure a four-wicket win for Ireland U17s.
NCU and Leinster win on opening day of U13 Festival ZZZZ1:37 amZZZZ
The Under 13 Festival got underway in the North West with the host's A-team just losing out by 13 runs against tournament favourites NCU, while Leinster had a convincing win over NW B.
Deryck Vincent: 8 August ZZZZ4:55 amZZZZ
Catches win matches, the old clichés are best. Not so sure about this one though, there are nine ways to be dismissed, caught is just one of them. What might be true or truer is that dropped catches lose matches.  
Craig leads Leinster to Future Series title ZZZZ12:16 amZZZZ
Zara Craig was back in the North West to lead Leinster Women to victory over her former region and with it the inaugural Future Series title at Ballyspallen.
McMillan century leads NCU to U13 series victory ZZZZ11:52 amZZZZ
Owen McMillan was in the runs yet again as the NCU took an unassailable 3-0 lead against Leinster in the Under-13 interprovincial series at Shaw's Bridge.
Nathan Johns: 29 July ZZZZ12:48 amZZZZ
Internal communication reveals the aftermath faced by staff at Cricket Ireland HQ as a new budget kicks into gear in the aftermath of the ETPL's postponement.
Super Mac as NCU take two-nil series lead against Leinster ZZZZ8:39 amZZZZ
NCU Under 13's took a two-nil lead to ensure at least a share of the spoils with their Leinster counterparts.
NCU beat Leinster in Under 13 interprovincial opener ZZZZ12:40 amZZZZ
A century stand between Owen McMillan and Callum Lowe, plus a six-wicket haul for Hridhaan Salian were the highlights as the NCU Under 13's won the opening match of their annual four-game Challenge Series at Ring Commons on Monday.
Five star Jackson as Warriors Women beat NCU ZZZZ1:24 amZZZZ
Eglinton's Jenni Jackson took five wickets as Warriors Women started their Future series campaign with a six-wicket win over the Emerging Knights.
Two hat-tricks in youth interpro game ZZZZ1:26 pmZZZZ
The NCU completed a convincing 154-run win against Leinster in a game that was remarkable because it had two hat-tricks.
Paul stars as Typhoons finish on a high ZZZZ7:25 amZZZZ
Typhoons broke their duck in the SS20 by winning the final match of the competition, beating Scorchers by eight wickets with five balls to spare.
Dragons complete double ZZZZ8:47 pmZZZZ
Amy Hunter was presented with the SS20 trophy by Cricket Ireland president Donna Armstrong after Dragons completed the clean sweep with a sixth straight win in the afternoon match.
It's the Orla show yet again ZZZZ5:49 amZZZZ
This was the Orla Prendergast show, another stand-out performance from the Ireland international extending Dragons lead at the top of the SS20 table and ensuring a fourth straight victory.
Dragons win again to top the T20 table ZZZZ6:38 amZZZZ
Defending champions the Dragons made it two wins from two as they chased down 176 to beat the Scorchers by seven wickets with an over to spare in the T20 Trophy at Bready.
MCC turn up the heat on Munster ZZZZ3:13 amZZZZ
MCC continued their tour of Ireland with a 36-run win against Munster Heat at Farmers Cross on Tuesday.
Harlequins beat County to earn Cork bragging rights ZZZZ6:21 amZZZZ
Harlequins had just enough in the batting tank to beat fierce rivals Cork County in their Munster Premier League match at Farmers Cross.
Bryan O'Donnell named Cricket Ireland President Elect ZZZZ12:56 amZZZZ
Bryan O'Donnell will succeed Donna Armstrong as Cricket Ireland President, taking office in 2026.
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Ireland will face Italy in three T20 Internationals next month
Ireland will face Italy in three T20 Internationals next month ©CricketEurope
Prendergast finds form ZZZZ1:15 amZZZZ
Orla Prendergast struck 51 not out in Boland and Aimee Maguire took three wickets as Ireland put on a much-improved display before succumbing by 65 runs to South Africa and falling 2-0 behind in the three-match T20 international series.
Ireland lose tour opener ZZZZ12:19 amZZZZ
Ireland felt the full force of Laura Wolvaardt’s bat in Cape Town on Friday as the South African captain scorched to 115 not out from 56 balls and led her side to a crushing 105-run victory in the first of three T20 internationals.
Ireland left to ponder under Table Mountain ZZZZ2:26 amZZZZ
In Game One of the T20I series, Ireland found life very difficult against the T20 World Cup finalists but will need to keep focused with an eye on the Global T20 qualifier in Nepal early next year.
OP's change up ZZZZ3:01 pmZZZZ
Orla Prendergast has made the announcement she is changing her shirt number to honour her father who passed this year, which will be a big move for the all-rounder with plenty inspiring the decision.
Ireland's Italian job ZZZZ7:41 amZZZZ
Ireland will play Italy in three T20 internationals next month as part of their preparations for the T20 World Cup.
Ireland's Chattogram Blues ZZZZ7:39 amZZZZ
In Game Three, the visitors had a chance to seal a first T20I series win in Asia but may be left instead with lots to think about ahead of the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup.
Ireland run out of steam ZZZZ10:04 pmZZZZ
Paul Stirling blamed fatigue for a disappointing eight-wicket defeat by Bangladesh in the deciding T20 international in Chattogram that saw Ireland’s three-week tour end on its lowest note.
Life of Riley ZZZZ1:29 amZZZZ
Pembroke opening bowler Olly Riley will skipper Ireland at the U19 World Cup next month with fellow paceman Reuben Wilson, of Clontarf, as his vice-captain.
Ireland U19 World Cup squad named ZZZZ12:55 amZZZZ
The Ireland Under-19s squad has been named ahead of next month’s U19 World Cup, co-hosted by Namibia and Zimbabwe.
World Cup plans on track ZZZZ1:24 amZZZZ
Win or lose the series decider in Chattogram on Tuesday afternoon, Ireland will fly home from Bangladesh with several questions answered and in good shape just over two months from the start of their T20 World Cup campaign.
Just falling short at Chattogram ZZZZ1:21 amZZZZ
Game Two had it all - Ireland's third best powerplay with the bat, a collapse, a slight off day with the ball but Heinrich Malan will be happy to learn as much as he can before the World Cup.
Orla tribute for dad ZZZZ4:30 amZZZZ
Orla Prendergast will wear the No 10 on her shirt during Ireland’s tour of South Africa next month as a tribute to her father Peter who died in May.
Cool hand Luuk takes 5 as Netherlands beat Ireland in U15 final ZZZZ2:15 pmZZZZ
IRELAND U15s were denied a clean sweep at the Barnard Castle Festival after winning their first four matches but losing the fifth to The Netherlands by 26 runs in the north-east of England.
Scotland beat Ireland to win Under 17 Celtic Cup ZZZZ1:29 pmZZZZ
SCOTLAND U17s claimed the Celtic Cup as Ireland were comprehensively beaten by seven wickets in the deciding T20 of a hard-fought five-match series at Stormont in Belfast.
Hasler, Blair and Armstrong star as Ireland Under 15s win again ZZZZ10:32 pmZZZZ
Callum Armstrong took his second five-wicket haul of the week as Ireland Under15's made it four straight wins at the Barnard Castle Festival as they beat MACC Academy by eight wickets
Northern
HOF inductees Garfield Harrison, Tom Irwin and Paul Jackson
HOF inductees Garfield Harrison, Tom Irwin and Paul Jackson ©Paul Irwin
Cliftonville Academy sign overseas professional ZZZZ2:04 amZZZZ
Cliftonville Academy have confirmed the signing of South African batsman CJ Klijnhans as their overseas professional for the 2026 season.
Leckey makes first grade debut for Randwick Petersham ZZZZ3:07 pmZZZZ
Adam Leckey became the fifth Irish player to make an appearance for Randwick Petersham in the first senior grade for the Sydney based club.
Carmichael doubles up at Awards night ZZZZ3:23 amZZZZ
Cade Carmichael was named Cricketer of the Year and also picked up the Larry Warke Cup for the Premier League Batsman of the year.
Double swoop for Lisburn ZZZZ9:47 amZZZZ
Lisburn have unveiled two major signings as they embark on a rebuild ahead of the 2026 campaign, recruiting overseas professional Jon Hinrichsen and opening batsman Judd Markham.
No relegation as NCU AGM confirms 12-team Premiership ZZZZ6:31 amZZZZ
There will be no relegation from the NCU Premier League next year and two teams will be promoted from Section One after clubs voted for a 12-team top tier from the 2027 season.
North West
Jackie Heywood who has sadly died.
Jackie Heywood who has sadly died. ©CricketEurope
Bonds Glen announce South African overseas professional ZZZZ2:03 amZZZZ
Bonds Glen have announced the signing of Danie Rossouw for the 2026 season. 
NW Championship review 2: St Johnston ZZZZ2:18 amZZZZ
St Johnston ended the season strongly, saving their best to last beating Ardmore in the play-off to ensure top flight cricket at the Boathole in 2026.
Donemana swoop for young Zimbabwean ZZZZ1:20 amZZZZ
Donemana have signed teenage all-rounder Luke Marillier for the 2026 season.
NW Championship review 1: Fox Lodge ZZZZ5:45 amZZZZ
It was a season of success for Fox Lodge who eased to the Championship title with 60 points to spare and also beat Coleraine to clinch the Eric Cooke Cup in a final to remember.
Death of Jackie Heywood ZZZZ3:08 amZZZZ
There was sad news this morning with the death of Fox Lodge stalwart Jackie Heywood.
Leinster
The proposed new indoor training centre at The Hills.
The proposed new indoor training centre at The Hills. ©The Hills CC
Hundred up for Ehtesham Ahmed ZZZZ2:18 amZZZZ
Ehtesham Ahmed joined a very exclusive club this year making 100 appearances for the MCC, and the milestone was marked by a special presentation at Lord's.
Exciting times at The Hills ZZZZ1:32 amZZZZ
There's an exciting development on the way at The Hills with the news that Fingal County Council  have granted planning permission for the construction of their indoor training centre.
An Umpire's Tale ZZZZ4:28 amZZZZ
Joe Connolly talks with Brian Gilmore about his time in cricket.
Isaac Bird joins Rush ZZZZ1:30 amZZZZ
Rush have confirmed the signing of New Zealander Isaac Bird for the 2026 season.
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Vivian Kingma of the Netherlands has been banned for 3 months
Vivian Kingma of the Netherlands has been banned for 3 months ©CricketEurope
Ihsan sets record as Spain sweep Croatia ZZZZ10:04 amZZZZ
Mohammad Ihsan makes the highest men's T20I score by an associate player as Spain sweep their five match T20I series against Croatia.
Thailand beat Scotland to win trophy ZZZZ1:32 amZZZZ
Thailand have been crowned winners of the inaugural ICC Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy after beating Scotland by three wickets at AIT Ground in Bangkok on Sunday.
Netherlands stun Scotland to set up exciting finale ZZZZ1:39 amZZZZ
The 27-run victory by the Dutch has allowed for four teams – Scotland, Thailand, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Netherlands – to remain in contention for the trophy.
Scotland win thriller against PNG to stay top ZZZZ1:28 amZZZZ
Day five of the inaugural ICC Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy 2025 saw wins for Scotland, Thailand, United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Netherlands.
Thailand beat Tanzania to keep pressure on Scotland   ZZZZ9:11 amZZZZ
Day four of the ICC Women’s Emerging Trophy 2025 saw wins for Papua New Guinea (PNG), Scotland, Thailand and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Scotland remain unbeaten in Emerging Trophy ZZZZ10:05 pmZZZZ
Scotland maintained their unbeaten streak by winning their third match – against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) – by 10 wickets, to add to the three wins they recorded in the Quad Cup ahead of this event, while hosts Thailand returned to winning ways against Namibia.
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The National Cricket Centre has been given the green light
The National Cricket Centre has been given the green light ©Cricket Ireland
Green light for National Cricket Centre ZZZZ7:59 amZZZZ
Cricket Ireland has today welcomed the announcement that final planning permission has been granted for the development of the first phase of the National Cricket Centre on the Sport Ireland Campus.
Sarah Keane named CEO of Cricket Ireland ZZZZ2:07 amZZZZ
Cricket Ireland has confirmed that Sarah Keane has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer designate and will take over the helm in March 2026.
The World according to Garth ZZZZ6:26 amZZZZ
IRELAND’S women cricketers missed on the World Cup which started in India and Sri Lanka this week. But one former international will be there, and at the heart of matters for the favourites for the trophy.
Death of Stan Mitchell ZZZZ1:05 amZZZZ
There was sad news on Thursday with the death of former Irish international and President Stan Mitchell.
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Nathan Johns: 3 November ZZZZ3:52 amZZZZ
Swim Ireland boss comes with impressive credentials but will Irish cricket's political landscape allow her talents to be brought to the table?
Nathan Johns: 12 September ZZZZ8:56 amZZZZ
Reactions to Ireland squad announcements never fail to disappoint. Not necessarily for the content of the squad itself. Social media and personal messages are instead what make this life interesting.
Deryck Vincent: 30 August ZZZZ10:18 amZZZZ
Lighting the fire The occasion made me realize, once again, just how much I love youth sport, particularly youth sport that is played and led in the correct manner. Where teams go out to play as hard as they can, give their all, but everyone stays on the right side of sportsmanship.
Nathan Johns: 26 August ZZZZ4:14 amZZZZ
Why Ireland need Test cricket to capture the public imagination.
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Harnessing natural aggression with Colin Munro
Colin Munro is 38-years-old and still plying his trade in t20 leagues around the world following an international career for New Zealand that spanned more than 120 matches. Despite scoring three T20I hundreds for the black caps and being the 11th highest run-scorer in all t20s, it is his first-class record that stands out like a beacon.