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Nicolaj Laegsgaard hit 15 sixes and 2 fours in 100 from just 37 balls (Rodney Smythe)
Nicolaj Laegsgaard hit 15 sixes and 2 fours in 100 from just 37 balls (Rodney Smythe) ©CE
Balbriggan win Alan Murray T20 Cup ZZZZ12:00 amZZZZ
Matthew Pollard produced a Man-of-the-Match performance as Balbriggan created history by winning the Alan Murray T20 Cup, beating nearby rivals The Hills by 54 runs in the showdown at Sydney Parade.
Donegan making his mark ZZZZ2:11 amZZZZ
It’s been a memorable month for Mark Donegan on and off the field.
World Cup heroes to do battle on T20 finals day ZZZZ5:49 pmZZZZ
Three of the four sides are coached by former Irish internationals, with Jeremy Bray, Kevin O’Brien and Andre Botha all part of the ‘class of 2007’ that heralded Ireland’s arrival on the world stage in the West Indies.
Four Dublin sides in Irish University semi-finals ZZZZ2:30 pmZZZZ
There will be four Dublin sides in the Irish Universities outdoor tournament following Dublin University's 108-run win over UCC at The Mardyke.
Semi-finalists confirmed in Alan Murray T20 Cup ZZZZ4:06 pmZZZZ
Merrion, The Hills, Balbriggan, and Railway Union will contest the semi-finals of the Alan Murray T20 Cup.
Dublin City clinch U23 Siggins Cup ZZZZ2:10 amZZZZ
Ruan Cronje starred with bat and ball as Dublin City beat Fingal by 6 wickets to clinch the inaugural U23 Siggins Cup at Milverton.
Leinster Senior Cup round-up ZZZZ9:58 pmZZZZ
Low scores were the order of the day in the first round of the Leinster Senior Cup.
500 up for Cool Hand Luke ZZZZ1:45 amZZZZ
Sunday saw Luke Clinton seal a dramatic win for The Hills and with it reach a superb landmark in Leinster Senior cricket.
Wins for Fingal and Dublin City in Siggins Cup ZZZZ3:59 amZZZZ
The U23 Siggins Cup got under way on Sunday after last week's false start with wins for Fingal and Dublin City.
Singh excited by North County challenge ZZZZ2:37 amZZZZ
Simi Singh will make his North County debut this weekend as they play Malahide and The Hills in the T20 Cup.
Former Phoenix player signs two-year extension at Sussex ZZZZ9:05 amZZZZ
Former Phoenix all-rounder Ari Karvelas has signed a two-year contract extension at Sussex.
Simi Singh boost for North County ZZZZ8:27 amZZZZ
North County have confirmed the arrival of Simi Singh, with Tanvir Hasan and Abdul Sattar also signing for the Balrothery club.
Newland on fire in Mexico ZZZZ2:33 amZZZZ
James Newland has been the star of the show for the MCC who are participating this week in the Central American Championships in Belize.
LCU Previews 13: Rush ZZZZ3:35 amZZZZ
There is a new captain at Rush for the 2023 season with Nathan McGuire taking the armband after returning from Glendermott.
Double hundred for Dunphy ZZZZ2:46 pmZZZZ
14 year-old Brian Dunphy was in the runs today scoring a superb unbeaten 203 for Ardgillan School in a Leinster junior schools match.
LCU Previews 12: Civil Service ZZZZ1:48 pmZZZZ
It's a journey into the unknown for Civil Service who have been promoted to the Championship and the club know it will be tough but it's an experience they intend to make the most of.
LCU Previews 11: Phoenix ZZZZ5:08 amZZZZ
It was a season to forget in 2022 for Phoenix as they suffered the drop from the Premier League, but under skipper Tyrone Kane they will be looking to bounce straight back up.
LCU Previews 10: Pembroke ZZZZ10:02 amZZZZ
Pembroke suffered relegation last season as they suffered more than most with player availability, and skipper Theo Lawson will be hoping for better fortunes in 2023, although they won't be able to call on their Irish internationals for most of the year.
LCU Previews 9; Railway Union ZZZZ4:52 amZZZZ
It's a return to the top-flight of Premiership cricket for Railway Union this season and the Park Avenue side have assembled a very useful looking squad for the most competitive division in the country.
LCU Previews 8: Cork County ZZZZ1:15 amZZZZ
As the 2023 cricket season approaches, Cork County prepares for an exciting and challenging campaign under the leadership of its new club captain, Abubakar Saddique, who takes the reins from Ross Durity.
LCU Previews 7: The Hills ZZZZ3:46 amZZZZ
There are a few new faces at The Hills for the forthcoming season while Andrew Kavanagh will also be at the helm for the Milverton club.
LCU Previews 6: Leinster ZZZZ6:00 amZZZZ
It was a successful 2022 for Leinster as the Rathmines club secured promotion to the Premiership after securing the Championship title.
LCU Previews 5: YMCA ZZZZ4:32 amZZZZ
YMCA are back at Claremont Road in 2023 and have Tim Tector at the helm for the upcoming campaign.
LCU Previews 4: Merrion ZZZZ4:00 amZZZZ
It was a low key 2022 season for Merrion who will be hoping for better fortunes in the forthcoming campaign.
Grassi and Sheridan excited by Malahide challenge ZZZZ8:48 amZZZZ
Jamie Grassi and Andrew Sheridan are opting for pastures new in 2023 with a switch to Malahide.
LCU Previews 3: Malahide ZZZZ8:09 amZZZZ
Malahide have added quality and depth to their ranks ahead of the start of the 2023 season.
LCU Previews 2: Balbriggan ZZZZ2:00 amZZZZ
The defending champions aren't content with one Premier League crown. They have tasted success and want more silverware as they look to build strong structures throughout the club.
LCU Previews 1: Clontarf ZZZZ8:31 pmZZZZ
The CricketEurope previews of Leinster clubs begin with Clontarf.
Death of Keith Lewis ZZZZ1:11 pmZZZZ
If you have been in Castle Avenue in the past 60 odd years, chances are that you will have been greeted by Keith Lewis with a hearty hello and firm shake of the hand.
Just what the doctor ordered ZZZZ2:30 amZZZZ
Which Irish-born player made the highest T20 international score in 2022? It’s not Paul Stirling, Harry Tector or Andy Balbirnie. Nor Gaby Lewis or Orla Prendergast.
Ehtesham Ahmed returns to YMCA ZZZZ5:00 amZZZZ
All-rounder Ehtesham Ahmed is returning to play in Dublin with YMCA.
Andrew Poynter appointed Clontarf Head Coach ZZZZ3:16 amZZZZ
Former Irish international Andrew Poynter has been appointed Head Coach of Clontarf.
Cameron Rowe set for Balbriggan ZZZZ2:27 amZZZZ
Young South African student Cameron Rowe is hoping to make a big impression in Leinster this summer.
Leinster players dominate Ireland awards ZZZZ3:29 amZZZZ
It was a great night for Leinster as they dominated the Ireland awards, including the top four prizes on offer.
Paul Reynolds wins Outstanding Contribution to Irish Cricket Award ZZZZ1:45 amZZZZ
Player, administrator, international umpire, statistician, volunteer ‘helpdesk’ for clubs – so reads the submission that accompanied the nomination form for Paul Reynolds.
Delany set for Club Player of the Year award ZZZZ7:11 amZZZZ
It's Awards week and the one certainty is that Clontarf all-rounder David Delany will pick up the Club Player of the Year accolade.
Three bowlers and a title ZZZZ5:21 amZZZZ
The story of how Malahide triumphed in the 1964 Leinster Senior title race.
Graeme Guthrie died recently ZZZZ2:39 pmZZZZ
Edward Liddle looks back on the cricketing life of popular Leinster cricketer Graeme Guthrie.
Amish Sidhu joins Phoenix ZZZZ3:05 pmZZZZ
Merrion left-arm spinner Amish Sidhu is leaving Anglesea Road and will be returning to Phoenix for the forthcoming campaign.
Afghan cricketer joins Malahide ZZZZ4:23 amZZZZ
Younas Ahmadzai has joined Malahide for the 2023 season.
North County sign Aussie overseas professional ZZZZ11:18 amZZZZ
North County have signed 21 year-old Australian Mitchell Owen for the 2023 season.
Leinster Women seek Head Coach ZZZZ7:02 amZZZZ
Leinster CC are seeking a Head Coach for their vibrant and successful Women's teams.
Phoenix Women sign South African player-coach ZZZZ12:40 amZZZZ
Phoenix Women have signed former South African international Claire Terblanche as their player/coach for the 2023 season.
Pembroke unveil new overseas player ZZZZ11:32 amZZZZ
Pembroke have pulled off something of a coup with the signing of 30-year-old Australian all-rounder Nick Stapleton.
Hills unveil trio of signings ZZZZ9:21 amZZZZ
The Hills have announced the signing of Irish passport holding Aussie Sean McNicholl, Danish international Nicolaj Laegsgaard, and Nathan Rooney from Balbriggan.
Rush Women seek player-coach ZZZZ9:49 amZZZZ
Rush are seeking a women's player coach as they strive to reach the top flight of Leinster cricket.
Death of Algy Rice ZZZZ10:18 amZZZZ
Alastair Lynas Grant (‘Algy’) Rice, who has died in England aged 86, was a fine all round cricketer. Tall, strong and dark haired, he was a tireless fast medium bowler, who, operating for long spells, had the ability to move the ball both ways in the air and off the wicket.
Clontarf return for Cronje ZZZZ10:09 amZZZZ
Ruan Cronje will be back at Clontarf for the 2023 season.
Kruger joins Railway Union ZZZZ5:14 amZZZZ
Highly rated Munster all-rounder Brandon Kruger has confirmed he is joining Railway Union for the 2023 season.
Balbriggan sign South African overseas player ZZZZ2:00 pmZZZZ
Balbriggan have confirmed the signing of 22-year-old South African Matthew Pollard as their overseas player for the 2023 season.
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