The Irish Times

From College Park to Sabina Park, sometimes the big swing is worth the risk

Back in 2007, Ireland send shockwaves through the cricket world by seizing the moment

Fri Oct 22 2021 - 06:00

Andrew Balbirnie replaces William Porterfield as Ireland captain

Porterfield to remain in the side after relinquishing the role he had held since 2008

Fri Nov 08 2019 - 11:52

Stirling and Balbirnie bag half-centuries as Ireland see off Hong Kong

Ireland get off to winning start in T20 World Cup qualifier in Abu Dhabi

Fri Oct 18 2019 - 15:23

Cricket Ireland to offer professional contracts to women in 2019

Move comes 10 years after full-time contracts were introduced for men

Tue Dec 18 2018 - 18:41

Boyd Rankin announces return to Ireland side

Opening bowler will be available from January after stint with England

Mon Dec 21 2015 - 16:42

Remarkable series of results sees Ireland qualify for World T20 finals

A seven wicket win over Jersey puts and end to recent series of defeats

Sun Jul 19 2015 - 18:41

George Dockrell’s World Cup diary: Good day’s rest and the rest is history

I’m so proud to have been part of such a historic win

Tue Feb 17 2015 - 19:48

Brett Lee to help with Ireland’s World Cup preparations

Australian fast-bowling legend agrees short-term deal for warm-up stages in Sydney

Thu Feb 05 2015 - 16:12

Craig Young bags five-wicket haul on ODI debut as Ireland ease to win

Skipper Kevin O’Brien makes half-century in seven-wicket victory over Scotland at Malahide

Mon Sept 08 2014 - 14:41

Trent Johnston to coach in Australia

The 40-year-old former Irish cricket captain has accepted a job in New South Wales

Wed Jul 30 2014 - 11:07

Coach Phil Simmons wants Ireland to take chance if it arises against Sri Lanka

Failure to drive home advantage has cost side against Test-playing rivals

Mon May 05 2014 - 19:28

Trent Johnston hopes squad can channel spirit from men’s 2007 World Cup exploits

‘The girls are of a similar ability to what the guys were back then’

Tue Mar 25 2014 - 01:00

Trent Johnston appointed Ireland women’s team coach

Retired international also part-time fast-bowling coach at Cricket Ireland’s National Academy

Mon Dec 16 2013 - 01:00

Ireland secure win against Afghanistan

Intercontinental Cup title the third trophy of the year for Phil Simmons’ side

Fri Dec 13 2013 - 13:03

Irish cricketers close in on fourth Intercontinental Cup

Trent Johnston hoping to return for last day as an international after leaving field early with an Achilles strain

Thu Dec 12 2013 - 13:59

Ed Joyce and Niall O’Brien steer Ireland into commanding position

Lead stretched to 164 over Afghanistan after unbeaten century stand

Wed Dec 11 2013 - 13:42

Mooney’s late wickets offer some light for Ireland on testing first day

Poor batting performance sees side bowled out for 187 in Dubai

Wed Dec 11 2013 - 01:00

Afghanistan make bright start against Ireland

Poor batting display from Ireland gives Afghanistan the upper hand in final

Tue Dec 10 2013 - 14:55

Ireland secure emphatic victory over Afghanistan to retain title

Trent Johnston stars with bat and ball in his final limited-overs game

Sat Nov 30 2013 - 18:05

Ireland look to extend impressive winning streak against UAE

Defending champions have won their last 16 games in T20 qualifier

Fri Nov 29 2013 - 01:00

Ireland brush aside Uganda to set up Hong Kong showdown

Victory on Sunday will seal qualification for Bangladesh T20 finals

Fri Nov 22 2013 - 17:26

Ireland hold their nerve to stay unbeaten at T20 qualifier

Three wickets fall in final over in five-run win over UAE

Sun Nov 17 2013 - 13:39

Ireland hoping warm-up defeat will focus minds on qualifier

Six places on offer for World Twenty20 in Bangladesh

Thu Nov 14 2013 - 01:00

Ireland name two cricket squads ahead of a busy winter programme

Emerging group includes 10 players capped at senior international level

Sat Oct 26 2013 - 01:00

Murtagh's late blows sink Scotland’s hopes at Stormont

Lower order save Ireland in dramatic finish to World Cup qualifier

Fri Sept 06 2013 - 19:23

Ireland at full strength for Scotland double-header

Selectors ring the changes for Intercontinental Cup game in Clontarf

Wed Aug 28 2013 - 15:41

YMCA forced to delay bid for treble glory

Cup final put back 24 hours after deluge hits Castle Avenue

Sat Jul 27 2013 - 01:00

It’s a shame the entertainment off the pitch at Lord’s wasn’t matched on it

England look set to continue their dominance after going 2-0 up in Ashes series

Fri Jul 26 2013 - 06:00

Former Ireland captain Trent Johnston to retire in December

39-year-old will bow out after Intercontinental Cup Final in Dubai

Mon Jul 15 2013 - 12:22

Joyce delivers as Ireland reach final goal

Tied match with Netherlands puts Phil Simmons’ side into 2015 World Cup

Tue Jul 09 2013 - 13:00

Ireland take control against the Netherlands

Intercontinental Cup final berth in sight after bowlers shine in Deventer

Tue Jul 02 2013 - 12:55

Leinster’s early dominance sets the bar for the rest to follow

Development of players like Eddie Richardson key to future success

Fri Jun 28 2013 - 01:00

Kevin O’Brien rues the one that got away after Pakistan tie

Big-hitting batsman looking to get over the line in series decider

Sat May 25 2013 - 02:00

Leinster’s depth gives them the edge at College Park

North West include two professionals for three-day opener

Mon May 13 2013 - 18:52