Interprovincial Archives 1989-2019
3 Day Championship Results
P W T D L BP Pts Leinster Lightning 4 0 0 4 0 40 40 Northern Knights 4 0 0 4 0 35 35 North West Warriors 4 0 0 4 0 33 33Scorecard North West Warriors v Northern Knights - no play, 27 August.
Scorecard Leinster Lightning (10) drew with North West Warriors (11) , 12 August.
Scorecard Northern Knights (10) drew with Leinster Lightning (9), 6 August.
Scorecard Leinster Lightning (10) drew with Northern Knights (10) , 30 July.
Scorecard North West Warriors (8) drew with Leinster Lightning (11) , 17 June.
Scorecard Northern Knights (9) drew with North West Warriors (8), 28 May.
1 Day Trophy Results
P W T NR L BP Pts Leinster Lightning 6 3 0 2 1 2 18 Northern Knights 6 3 0 0 3 2 14 North West Warriors 6 1 0 2 3 0 8Scorecard North West Warriors (0) lost to Northern Knights (4) by 2 runs, 26 August.
Scorecard Leinster Lightning (2) v North West Warriors (2) - no result - no toss, 22 August.
Scorecard Northern Knights (0) lost to Leinster Lightning (5) by 7 wickets, 20 August.
Scorecard Leinster Lightning (0) lost to Northern Knights (5) by 7 wickets, 27 June.
Scorecard Northern Knights (0) lost to North West Warrior (4) by 3 runs (DLS), 27 May.
Scorecard North West Warriors (0) lost to Leinster Lightning (5 ) by 78 runs , 23 May.
Scorecard Northern Knights (0) lost to Leinster Lightning (4) by 6 wickets, 25 April.
Scorecard Northern Knights (5) beat North West Warriors (0) by 117 runs (DLS) , 24 April.
Scorecard Leinster Lightning (2) v North West Warriors (2) - no play, 23 April.
T20 Cup Results
P W T NR L BP Pts Northern Knights 6 3 0 3 0 1 19 Leinster Lightning 6 1 0 4 1 0 12 North West Warriors 6 0 0 5 1 0 10 Munster Reds 6 0 0 4 2 0 8Scorecard Leinster Lightning (2) v Munster Reds (2) - no result - no toss, 18 August.
Scorecard North West Warriors (2) v Northern Knights (2) - no result - no toss, 18 August.
Scorecard Munster Reds (2) v Northern Knights North (2) - no result- no toss, 17 August.
Scorecard North West Warriors (2) v Leinster Lightning (2) - no result - no toss, 17 August.
Scorecard Northern Knights (2) v Leinster Lightning (2) - no result - no toss , 16 August.
Scorecard North West Warriors (2) v Munster Reds (2) - no result- no toss , 16 August.
Scorecard Munster Reds (2) v North West Warriors (2) - no result, 24 June.
Scorecard Leinster Lightning (0) lost to Northern Knights (4) by 8 runs, 24 June.
Scorecard Northern Knights (4) beat Munster Reds (0) by 32 runs, 23 June.
Scorecard Leinster Lightning (2) v North West Warriors (2) - no result, 23 June.
Scorecard North West Warriors (0) lost to Northern Knights (4) by 7 wickets, 22 June.
Scorecard Leinster Lightning (4) beat Munster Reds (0) by 3 wickets, 22 June.
Reports & Articles
Interpro trophies presented
Interpro trophies presented
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George Dockrell and Gary Wilson formally received the Interpro trophies for the 2019 season during Ireland's five-day training camp at YMCA.
Joy of six for Lightning
Joy of six for Lightning
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LEINSTER Lightning claimed the inter-provincial Championship for a sixth time yesterday after the final day of the North West Warriors-Northern Knights game at Bready went the same way as the first two and for the only the second time in seven years a game was abandoned without a ball bowled.
2019 interpros worst on record
2019 interpros worst on record
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It was by far the worst season for overs lost in the interprovincials in 2019. Not one of the six games was completed, and only one game (Lightning v Knights at Sydney Parade) saw a team even start its second innings.
Interpro wipe-out ensures Leinster win title
Interpro wipe-out ensures Leinster win title
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Meanwhile, it was another blank day at Bready in the final inter-provincial championship clash of the season between North West Warriors and Northern Knights.
No play at Bready on Tuesday
No play at Bready on Tuesday
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The first days play of the interprovincial Championship match between the NW Warriors and the Northern Knights at Bready has been abandoned.
Knights clinch last over thriller against Warriors
Knights clinch last over thriller against Warriors
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ANOTHER day another last wicket partnership but this time the fielding side came out on the right side as Northern Knights sealed second place in the Inter-provincial Cup by the margin of two runs.
Interpro Championship up for grabs
Interpro Championship up for grabs
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The simple outcome is that the winners will lift the trophy but after five straight rain-affected draws, can we really expect three dry days? – already there is a bad forecast for Tuesday! Another draw could actually leave all three teams level on points or give the title outright to any of the sides.
Barr returns to Warriors squad
Barr returns to Warriors squad
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David Barr returns to the NW Warriors squad for the final games of the interprovincial season.
Abandoned game sees Lightning confirm 6th title
Abandoned game sees Lightning confirm 6th title
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Leinster Lightning claimed their sixth successive interpro 50-over cup title after their game against the NW Warriors was abandoned without a ball bowled.
Joy of six for Kane
Joy of six for Kane
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Tyrone Kane's six wicket haul coupled with half centuries for Andy Balbirnie and Lorcan Tucker ensured Leinster Lightning claimed a dominant seven wicket win against the Northern Knights at Stormont.
O'Brien ruled out for Lightning
O'Brien ruled out for Lightning
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Kevin O'Brien has been ruled out of the interpro 50-over game between Leinster Lightning and MTB Northern Knights at Stormont.
MacBeth left out of Warriors squad
MacBeth left out of Warriors squad
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The NW Warriors have made just the one change from their T20 squad for Thursday's 50-over cup match against Leinster at North County, as Brigade seamer Ryan MacBeth has been left out.
Knights name squad for crucial Lightning clash
Knights name squad for crucial Lightning clash
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The MTB Northern Knights have named their squad for Tuesday's crucial interpro 50-over Cup clash with leaders Leinster Lightning at Stormont.
Knights lift T20 crown
Knights lift T20 crown
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After no play was possible in the opening two games of the Festival at Bready on Friday, more rain not only wiped out yesterday’s scheduled action but an early decision was taken to abandon today’s remaining two games with more rain heavy rain forecast overnight and the Magheramason ground already saturated.
T20 Festival a complete wipeout
T20 Festival a complete wipeout
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The T20 interpro weekend at Bready was completely wiped out with not a ball bowled over the three days.
T20 Festival last chance to impress Irish selectors
T20 Festival last chance to impress Irish selectors
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THE cancellation of the Euro T20 Slam may have been a big blow to the 18 contracted Ireland players but it has opened the door to a handful of others who are involved in this weekend’s Inter-provincial T20 festival.
T20 interpro finale at Bready
T20 interpro finale at Bready
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Domestic cricket action takes a back seat this weekend as the focus switches to the culmination of this season's Interprovincial T20 tournament at Bready.
Venue switch for interpro cup game
Venue switch for interpro cup game
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The Inter-Provincial Cup match between Leinster Lightning and North West Warriors on 22 August will move from Merrion to North County.
It's a wash-out
It's a wash-out
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There was no play on the final day of the Interprovincial Championship game in Balrothery between Leinster Lightning and North West Warriors, the fourth day to be completely washed out in this rain-ruined series which has now seen five consecutive draws.
Munster Reds name T20 Festival squad
Munster Reds name T20 Festival squad
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Munster Reds have named their 13-man squad for this weekend's T20 interpro Festival at Bready.
Porterfield remains firm despite McCarthy burst
Porterfield remains firm despite McCarthy burst
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A DEVASTATING burst of four wickets in 32 balls by Barry McCarthy hauled Lightning back into this penultimate Interpro Championship clash in Balrothery, but the one batsman he couldn’t dismiss was William Porterfield.
McCarthy restores Lightning pride
McCarthy restores Lightning pride
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Barry McCarthy's five-wicket haul saw Leinster Lightning almost restore parity on another rain-affected Championship day at North County.
Warriors on top after first day
Warriors on top after first day
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HOLDERS North West Warriors enjoyed a wonderful, if abbreviated, first day in their clash against Leinster Lightning, taking six wickets before lunch and another two before rain forced an early close at Balrothery.
Warriors name squad for T20 weekend
Warriors name squad for T20 weekend
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The North West Warriors have named a 13-man squad for this weekend's Interprovincial T20 festival which runs from Friday to Sunday at Bready CC.
Warriors take upper hand after first day
Warriors take upper hand after first day
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A fine bowling display by the NW Warriors reduced Leinster Lightning to 119 for 8 at the end of another rain-affected first day of their Championship clash at Balrothery.
Knights name T20 Festival squad
Knights name T20 Festival squad
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DAVID Delany and Marc Ellison have been added to the all-conquering Northern Knights side for the T20 Festival in Bready this weekend.
Thompson replaced by Louw in Warriors squad
Thompson replaced by Louw in Warriors squad
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Stuart Thompson has been replaced by Brendon Louw in the NW Warriors squad for their Championship clash with Leinster Lightning.
Knights in pole position to capture T20 crown
Knights in pole position to capture T20 crown
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IT’S a scheduled blank Saturday in the Robinson Services Premier League next weekend – certain to be good weather! – because the second inter-provincial T20 festival takes place at Bready.
O'Brien blow for Lightning
O'Brien blow for Lightning
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Kevin O'Brien has been ruled out of Leinster Lightning's Championship clash with NW Warriors plus the T20 Festival weekend at Bready.
Wilson vindicated by late, late show
Wilson vindicated by late, late show
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AFTER two days ruined by the weather, Gary Wilson’s decision to keep the inter-provincial Championship clash at Stormont going until after 8pm was rewarded with a seventh Leinster Lightning wicket.
Smale called into Warriors squad
Smale called into Warriors squad
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Ireland Under 19 wicket-keeper batsman Will Smale has been named in the NW Warriors squad for their three-day Championship match against Leinster Lightning next week at North County.
Pretorius called up to Knights squad
Pretorius called up to Knights squad
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North Down all-rounder Ruhan Pretorius has been called into the MTB Northern Knights squad for this week's Championship clash with Leinster Lightning at Stormont.
Knights versus Lightning preview
Knights versus Lightning preview
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Ian Callender previews the 3-day Interprovincial between the Northern Knights and Leinster Lightning.
Time for fourth day in interpro Championship?
Time for fourth day in interpro Championship?
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THE inter-provincial action continues this week with the return match between Northern Knights and Leinster Lightning starting at Stormont on Tuesday morning.
Two changes to Leinster squad for Knights clash
Two changes to Leinster squad for Knights clash
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Andrew Balbirnie returns after a back injury, while Patrick Tice wears the gloves with Lorcan Tucker unavailable due to exams.
Singh stars but Knights cling on for draw
Singh stars but Knights cling on for draw
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Despite starting the last day with a lead of 173, the Northern Knights had to defend for the last session to ensure they escaped with a draw against Leinster Lightning.
Tector 146 lights up interpro
Tector 146 lights up interpro
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The latest interpro championship match may be heading for a tame draw, but Harry Hector's brilliant 146 lit up the second day at Sydney Parade.
Tector ton puts Knights on top
Tector ton puts Knights on top
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NORTHERN Knights have done enough in the first two days of their inter-provincial Championship game to avoid defeat but it will take a herculean bowling effort if they are to force victory against Leinster Lightning.
Interpro competition jinxed
Interpro competition jinxed
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Rain continues to jinx this year’s Inter-provincial Championship with only 43 overs possible on the first day of Northern Knights’ game against Leinster Lightning at Sydney Parade.
Rain continues to plague IP Championship
Rain continues to plague IP Championship
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Less than half the scheduled overs were possible at Sydney Parade where the Northern Knights reached 136-4 before a final interruption caused play to end for the day.
Knights name squad to face Lightning
Knights name squad to face Lightning
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The Knights squad to meet Leinster Lightning in the Interprovincial Championship game in Dublin this week.
Lightning name squad for Championship clash
Lightning name squad for Championship clash
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Leinster Lightning have made two changes to their squad to play Northern Knights at Pembroke next week.
Knights in dreamland
Knights in dreamland
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As a final competitive warm-up for Monday’s first one-day international against Zimbabwe, it couldn’t have gone much better for Gary Wilson, Mark Adair and Shane Getkate as all played the key roles in their comprehensive seven wickets victory over holders Leinster Lightning.
Knights hammer Lightning to keep trophy hopes alive
Knights hammer Lightning to keep trophy hopes alive
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The Northern Knights skittled holders Leinster Lightning for just 114 - the second lowest total in the trophy's seven years - as they completed an emphatic seven wicket win at Sydney Parade.
Knights name squad for Lightning clash
Knights name squad for Lightning clash
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The Northern Knights have named a squad of thirteen to take on 50-over champions Leinster Lightning at Pembroke CC on Thursday 27th June.
Return of the Mac
Return of the Mac
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Barry McCarthy returns to the Lightning squad for their 50-over interpro clash with Northern Knights at Sydney Parade on Thursday.
T20 stat attack
T20 stat attack
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There were three tournament records set at the first T20 interprovincial festival of the season at Sydney Parade.
Three out of three for Knights
Three out of three for Knights
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NORTHERN KNIGHTS made it three wins out of three in the first T20 Festival of the season after a frustrating day in Pembroke.
Thompson pyrotechnics takes Knights to win over Lightning
Thompson pyrotechnics takes Knights to win over Lightning
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Greg Thompson's belligerent unbeaten 65 from just 31 balls spearheaded the Northern Knights victory over hosts Leinster Lightning at Sydney Parade.
Knights win again as all-round Getkate and Adair star
Knights win again as all-round Getkate and Adair star
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Shane Getkate top scored with 49 and then he and Mark Adair took four wickets apiece as Northern Knights beat Munster Reds by 32 runs to cement their place at the top of the T20 interpro table.
Knights in strong position
Knights in strong position
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NORTHERN Knights are in a strong position in the T20 inter-provincial Cup after a second victory yesterday and a wash-out for Leinster Lightning in the second match of the day.
Heartbreaker Ford announces himself on Irish stage
Heartbreaker Ford announces himself on Irish stage
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Matt Ford, son of Ireland coach Graham, broke Munster hearts with a whirlwind innings in the interprovincial at Pembroke.
Knights top but Ford steals the limelight
Knights top but Ford steals the limelight
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NORTHERN Knights shot to the top of the T20 Inter-provincial table after a seven wickets hammering of North West Warriors but the star of the first day’s action in this year’s Festival weekend was Leinster Lightning debutant Matt Ford.
Ford drives Lightning to last-ball success over Munster
Ford drives Lightning to last-ball success over Munster
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Matt Ford struck a last ball six to break Munster hearts and give Lightning a dramatic win in their T20 interpro game in Pembroke.
Warriors walloped by Knights
Warriors walloped by Knights
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The North West Warriors were well beaten on Saturday morning at the start of the Interprovincial T20 festival in Pembroke.
Burton out of Warriors squad
Burton out of Warriors squad
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Max Burton has withdrawn from the NW Warriors squad for the T20 Festival weekend in Dublin.
North West name squad for T20 weekend
North West name squad for T20 weekend
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North West names a squad of 15 for T20 weekend including including Eglinton's Tommy Orr and Carrickfergus keeper Max Burton.
Coulter comeback for Knights
Coulter comeback for Knights
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ALLEN Coulter returns to the Northern Knights squad for this weekend’s Twenty20 Festival in Dublin after an absence of three years.
Lightning satisfied with draw points
Lightning satisfied with draw points
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LEINSTER LIGHTNING were satisfied to take the draw points as rain again ruined the final day of their inter-provincial Championship game against North West Warriors at Bready.
Munster Reds name squad for T20 interpros
Munster Reds name squad for T20 interpros
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Munster Reds include eight Leinster players in their 13-man squad for the T20 Festival weekend in Pembroke, including Irish international Eddie Richardson.
Rain ruins interpro clash
Rain ruins interpro clash
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More bad weather at Bready meant just 42.4 overs were possible on the third and final day of the Championship game between NW Warriors and Leinster Lightning.
Ford named in Lightning squad for T20 interpros
Ford named in Lightning squad for T20 interpros
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Malahide's Matt Ford has been named in a 13-man squad for the T20 interpro weekend at Pembroke.
Lightning bonus as Warriors blown away
Lightning bonus as Warriors blown away
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LEINSTER Lightning claimed a full haul of bonus points inside 60 overs when the inter-provincial championship match against North West Warriors at Magheramason finally got under way at 2pm on the second day.
Coulter back in Knights squad
Coulter back in Knights squad
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CIYMS opening bowler Allen Coulter is back in the MTB Northern Knights squad for the T20 Festival in Pembroke this weekend.
Lightning take control of Warriors clash
Lightning take control of Warriors clash
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There may have only been 75 overs possible on another weather affected day at Bready, but that was more than enough for Leinster Lightning to take control of their Championship clash against Leinster Lightning.
Jones excited by Lightning challenge
Jones excited by Lightning challenge
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Last week, Nigel Jones was appointed head coach of Leinster Lightning, in succession to Albert van der Merwe, and he officially takes charge at next weekend’s Twenty20 inter-provincial festival in Pembroke.
Statement of intent by North West
Statement of intent by North West
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North West name two professionals in their 'full strength' squad to face Leinster Lightning in the first match of their defence of the Interprovincial Championship title.
McLoughlin-Gavin replaces Doheny in Lightning squad
McLoughlin-Gavin replaces Doheny in Lightning squad
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There is just one change to the Leinster Lightning squad for their Championship game against the NW Warriors at Bready next week.
Warriors at full strength for Lightning clash
Warriors at full strength for Lightning clash
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Defending champions North West Warriors have named a strong squad for next week's Interprovincial Championship game against Leinster Lightning which starts at Bready on Monday.
Five star Thompson puts Bolts on top
Five star Thompson puts Bolts on top
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A five wicket haul for YMCA teenager Mitchell Thompson has put Lightning Bolts on top after the first day of their clash with MCC at College Park.
MCC name squad to face Lightning Bolts
MCC name squad to face Lightning Bolts
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MCC have named their squad for a two-day clash against Leinster Lightning Bolts at College Park.
Tice to captain Bolts against MCC
Tice to captain Bolts against MCC
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Leinster Lightning Bolts have announced a 12-man squad to take on the MCC in a 2-day match at Trinity College on June 11th and 12th.
Nigel Jones appointed Leinster Lightning coach
Nigel Jones appointed Leinster Lightning coach
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Former Irish international Nigel Jones has been appointed Leinster Lightning Head Coach and will take over the role from Albert van der Merwe during the T20 Festival at Pembroke later this month.
Rain wins at Muckamore
Rain wins at Muckamore
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Just 14 overs were possible at Moylena as the Emerging Knights played the first of their two matches against the Emerging Warriors.
Emerging Warriors name squads for Knights clashes
Emerging Warriors name squads for Knights clashes
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The North West have named the Emerging Warriors squad that will play their NCU counterparts in two One-Day games at Muckamore on Tuesday and Wednesday next week.
Delany set for Knights debut
Delany set for Knights debut
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David Delany will make his debut in Knights colours when he plays for the Emerging Knights against Leinster Lightning Bolts at Woodvale next week.
Day of two halves at Comber
Day of two halves at Comber
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A DAY of two halves at Comber ended in a superb North West Warriors recovery to give them the upper hand going into the second day of the opening first-class fixture of the season.
Warriors fight back after early struggle against Knights
Warriors fight back after early struggle against Knights
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An unbroken eighth wicket stand of 136 between teenager Graham Kennedy and Graham Hume has restored parity after the first day of the Championship game between the Knights and Warriors at Comber.
Warriors edge out Knights in low scoring thriller
Warriors edge out Knights in low scoring thriller
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The NW Warriors pulled off an unlikely three-run win against the Northern Knights in a rain -affected contest at Stormont.
Wilson gamble backfires
Wilson gamble backfires
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Gary Wilson's gamble failed as North West Warriors stunned the Northern Knights to win their first Interprovincial Cup game of the season in a thrilling finale at Stormont.
Shannon banned by Cricket Ireland
Shannon banned by Cricket Ireland
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JAMES Shannon has received a two-match ban from Cricket Ireland and misses both Northern Knights games against North West Warriors this week.
Warriors feeling the pinch ahead of busy week
Warriors feeling the pinch ahead of busy week
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The North West Warriors have again been forced into a number of personnel changes ahead of their two Interprovincial games against the Northern Knights in Belfast this week.
Weakened Warriors name squad for Knights encounter
Weakened Warriors name squad for Knights encounter
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Andy McBrine joins Boyd Rankin, Stuart Thompson and Andy Britton on the list of Warriors absentees for the 50-over clash with the Northern Knights at Stormont on Monday.
Knights name sides for Warriors matches
Knights name sides for Warriors matches
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The MTB Northern Knights sides to play the North West Warriors in the IP 50 over Cup and IP 3-Day Championship have been announced.
Tector ton leads Lightning to convincing win
Tector ton leads Lightning to convincing win
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Jack Tector scored a century as he and Andy Balbirnie shared a match winning 182 run partnership to lead Leinster Lightning to a 78-run win over the NW Warriors at Bready.
Lightning dominate weakened Warriors
Lightning dominate weakened Warriors
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Ireland hopeful Jack Tector hits a century for Leinster Lightning as the holders make it two wins out of two in the inter-provincial Cup against an under-strength North West Warriors.
Fixtures boost for Emerging Knights
Fixtures boost for Emerging Knights
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The NCU has confirmed an extensive series of fixtures for the MTB Emerging Knights, throughout June and July.
Anders replaces McCarthy in Lightning squad
Anders replaces McCarthy in Lightning squad
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Rory Anders has been called into the Leinster Lightning squad as a replacement for Barry McCarthy.
Rankin withdrawn from Warriors squad
Rankin withdrawn from Warriors squad
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The NW Warriors hopes of toppling defending champions Leinster Lightning in the 50-over cup have been dealt a further blow with Boyd Rankin being withdrawn from their side by Cricket Ireland.
Triple blow for Warriors ahead of Lightning clash
Triple blow for Warriors ahead of Lightning clash
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The NW Warriors will be without a trio of internationals for the 50-over interpro match at Bready with William Porterfield, Stuart Thompson and Andy Britton all ruled out.
Joy of six for Anders as Bolts beat Knights
Joy of six for Anders as Bolts beat Knights
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Rory Anders had the incredible figures of 6 for 6 as Lightning Bolts beat their northern counterparts the Emerging Knights by 49 runs (DLS) at College Park.
Lightning name squad for Warriors clash
Lightning name squad for Warriors clash
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It's a familiar line-up for Leinster as they prepare to travel to Bready to play NW Warriors.
Clean sweep for Bolts against Denmark
Clean sweep for Bolts against Denmark
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Leinster Bolts completed their fourth win against the touring Danes as Theo Lawson top scored in a 37-run win.
Bolts take unassailable lead over Denmark
Bolts take unassailable lead over Denmark
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Leinster Bolts claimed back-to-back wins against the Danish XI to take an unassailable three-nil lead in the five match series.
Bolts defeat Danes in tour opener
Bolts defeat Danes in tour opener
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James Newland and Tom Stanton take a combined 7 for 19 as Leinster Bolts beat a Danish Development XI by 19 runs in a low scoring contest on a tricky College Park pitch.
Bolts side for Knights clash named
Bolts side for Knights clash named
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The Leinster Lightning Bolts have named their XI for a match versus the Emerging Knights at College Park on Sunday.
Emerging Knights to face Bolts named
Emerging Knights to face Bolts named
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The MTB Emerging Knights squad to play Lightning Bolts at College Park on 19th May has been named.
A chance to make your Mark
A chance to make your Mark
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Northern Knights captain Gary Wilson sums up his side's performances in the opening round of Interprovincials.
Balbirnie delight as Lightning go top
Balbirnie delight as Lightning go top
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Leinster Lightning batsman Andrew Balbirnie was delighted to finally get on the field and score a century to contribute to his team's six-wicket win against Northern Knights.
Perfect timing from Balbirnie
Perfect timing from Balbirnie
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Andrew Balbirnie timed the Lightning's chase to perfection while Marc Ellison and Mark Adair made their mark for the Knights for the second day in a row.
Balbirnie hits ton as Lightning beat Knights
Balbirnie hits ton as Lightning beat Knights
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Andy Balbirnie warmed up for next week's clash against England with a match winning century to help defending champions Leinster Lightning overcome a spirited Northern Knights in La Manga.
Ellison upbeat as Knights start with win
Ellison upbeat as Knights start with win
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Marc Ellison was to the fore as Northern Knights kick-started their interpro campaign with a resounding win over NW Warriors.
Knights crush woeful Warriors
Knights crush woeful Warriors
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The Northern Knights got the 2019 interpro series up and running with an emphatic display against the NW Warriors, recording an 117-run win (DLS).
Mark Adair hits a whirlwind 44 from just 15 balls
Mark Adair hits a whirlwind 44 from just 15 balls
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Mark Adair stakes an early claim for a contract.
Spanish opener abandoned
Spanish opener abandoned
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The best laid plans of mice and men often go awry, and so it proved the case on Tuesday in La Manga.
España por favor
España por favor
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Opening game in Interprovincial series delayed as Warriors versus Lightning falls victim to the Spanish weather.
The rain in Spain falls mainly on the plain
The rain in Spain falls mainly on the plain
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WITH the first one-day international of the season, against England at Malahide, less than two weeks away, places are still up for grabs as the inter-provincial season gets under way in Spain, although rain for the last two days in La Manga has put back the first game by 24 hours.
Opening interpro match rescheduled
Opening interpro match rescheduled
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The opening interpro clash of the season has been rescheduled following heavy rain in La Manga.
Knights secure three year sponsorship deal
Knights secure three year sponsorship deal
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MTB Solicitors will sponsor the NCU’s flagship provincial team - the Northern Knights - in all formats of the game as part of the new partnership.
Lightning Bolts to face Denmark
Lightning Bolts to face Denmark
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Lightning Bolts will play three T20 contests against Denmark next month to help the European side prepare for their crucial European finals tournament in Guernsey in June.
Who will replace van der Merwe?
Who will replace van der Merwe?
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With Albert van der Merwe set to leave Leinster Lightning for a new role at Cricket Ireland, who is in line to replace the former Irish international as Head Coach of the Dubliners?
Leinster Lightning announce squad for La Manga
Leinster Lightning announce squad for La Manga
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George Dockrell will captain a 13-man squad for the opening InterProvincial Cup matches.
Knights name squad for La Manga
Knights name squad for La Manga
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The Northern Knights have named a strong squad ahead of their opening games in the 50-over interprovincial cup.
Warriors announce squad for opening games
Warriors announce squad for opening games
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The North West Warriors have named their squad that will travel to La Manga for the first round of this year's Interprovincial tournament.
Wilson assumes Knights captaincy mantle
Wilson assumes Knights captaincy mantle
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Gary Wilson has been confirmed as the captain of the Northern Knights for the 2019 interprovincial series.
Knights will be boosted by the return of Wilson and Shannon
Knights will be boosted by the return of Wilson and Shannon
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Gary Wilson and James Shannon have both been included in the Northern Knights squad for the opening inter-provincials of the season in La Manga next month.
Delany to join Northern Knights?
Delany to join Northern Knights?
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David Delany is hoping to join the Northern Knights for the 2019 interprovincial season.
Interpro fixtures confirmed
Interpro fixtures confirmed
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Cricket Ireland have confirmed the interpro schedule for the 2019 season.
Photographs
IP50 - NW Warriors v Northern Knights (26 August)
Northern Knights v Leinster Lightning (20 August)
NW Warriors (16 August)
Munster Reds (16 August)
Leinster Lightning (16 August)
Northern Knights (16 August)
Northern Knights v Leinster Lightning (6-8 August)
Leinster Lightning v Munster Reds, T20 (22 June)
Northern Knights v NW Warriors (22 June)
Munster Reds v Northern Knights (23 June)
Leinster Lightning v Northern Knights, T20 (24 June)
Leinster Lightning v Northern Knights (28 June)
NW Warriors v Leinster Lightning, Day 3 at Bready (19 June)
NW Warriors v Leinster Lightning, Day 2 at Bready (18 June)
Northern Knights v North West Warriors (27 May)
NW Warriors v Leinster Lightning (23 May)
Northern Knights v Leinster Lightning (20 August)
NW Warriors (16 August)
Munster Reds (16 August)
Leinster Lightning (16 August)
Northern Knights (16 August)
Northern Knights v Leinster Lightning (6-8 August)
Leinster Lightning v Munster Reds, T20 (22 June)
Northern Knights v NW Warriors (22 June)
Munster Reds v Northern Knights (23 June)
Leinster Lightning v Northern Knights, T20 (24 June)
Leinster Lightning v Northern Knights (28 June)
NW Warriors v Leinster Lightning, Day 3 at Bready (19 June)
NW Warriors v Leinster Lightning, Day 2 at Bready (18 June)
Northern Knights v North West Warriors (27 May)
NW Warriors v Leinster Lightning (23 May)