Author: Craig Easdown

India claims first T20I despite Harry Tector heroics with the bat

DUBLIN – A blistering Harry Tector half-century helped Ireland recover in the first LevelUp11 T20I but India’s power-packed batting line-up ensured a comprehensive win for the tourists in a game reduced to 12 overs a side.After a lengthy, frustrating rain delay, during which the announcement of a start time was imminent on several occasions before…

Exchange22 unveiled as new Ireland Men’s Principal Sponsor

DUBLIN – Cricket Ireland has today revealed Exchange22 as the Principal Sponsor for the Ireland Men’s cricket team for 2022.EXCHANGE22 is an Indian-based, first of its kind sports fantasy App – a virtual sports stock exchange. Founded in 2019, the app’s unique concept is one which players’ shares are traded virtually. The shares can be…

LevelUp11 announced as T20I series title sponsor

DUBLIN – Cricket Ireland has today announced LevelUp11 as the title sponsor ILU (Integrated Logo Unit) for the upcoming T20 International series between Ireland Men and India Men, starting on Sunday.LevelUp11 was founded in 2021 – it is a fantasy sports platform that allows sports enthusiasts in India, to play their favourite games virtually (cricket,…

Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup and Clear Currency National Cup quarter-final draw

DUBLIN – Last weekend saw 32 cricket clubs around Ireland competing in the second round of the Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup and Clear Currency National Cup competitions – the Quarter-Final Draw has now been made.In the Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup, 2019 winners Pembroke were handed a home tie against CIYMS, whilst two-time Cup…

PREVIEW: Second Round – Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup and National Cup

DUBLIN – Quarter-final spots are up for grabs this weekend as the second round of both the Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup and Clear Currency National Cup takes place. Here is a preview of the round and insights from many of the teams involved. Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup Bob Kerr cup-holders Pembroke will begin…

Squad announced for Ireland Men’s ODIs against New Zealand at Malahide

DUBLIN – Cricket Ireland has today announced a 14-player squad for Ireland Men’s One-Day International series against New Zealand to be played at Malahide from 10-15 July 2022. The three-match series will be part of the ICC World Cup Super League, with 30 crucial points up for grabs. The squad includes call-ups for two of…

William Porterfield retires from international cricket

DUBLIN – Irish cricket legend William Porterfield has today announced his retirement from international cricket – leaving the game with many records and memorable performances, including being the longest-serving Ireland Men’s captain by some considerable distance.Porterfield, 37, amassed 310 caps (across all formats) for Ireland after making his international debut in a First-class match against…

Ireland Development XI squad named for Gloucestershire red-ball match

DUBLIN – 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.The first of three such red-ball tours planned this summer and forms part of Ireland’s preparations for its return Test cricket. The…

Squad announced for Ireland Men’s T20Is against India at Malahide

DUBLIN – Cricket Ireland has today announced a 14-player squad for Ireland Men’s T20 International series against India to be played at Malahide on 26 and 28 June 2022. The first match is sold out, while the second match has only a limited number of tickets available. The squad named for the two-match T20I series…