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Ireland Under 19
1st ODI: Ireland lost to Zimbabwe by 4 wickets
Harare Sports Club, 3 April.
Ireland 236 (47.4 overs: F Ogilby 69, A Leckey 66; P Mazai 3-29, T Chimugoro 3-47, S Mazvitorera 2-45)
Zimbabwe 237/6 (45.0 overs; B Ndiweni 48*, T Banda 45, B Senzere 43, K Muradzi 31, S Mudzengerere 21; F Manoj 2-37, R Wilson 2-40)
Ollie Riley appeals (Zimbabwe Cricket)
Ireland kicking on after a watchful start at an overcast Harare Sports Club in the first of their 5-match series against Zimbabwe. James West is the wicket to fall, but Freddie Ogilby looking fluent as he reaches an even time half century, in an excellent second wicket stand alongside Adam Leckey that was worth 114. Ireland 150/2 at the 30-overs mark. Leckey falls for 66, so two new batters in the middle in Rob O'Brien and Seb Dijkstra with the latter run out without scoring. Quickly followed by O'Brien and Yeates as Ireland falter. Can they regroup and finish strongly in the final 10 overs? No is the answer as they go from 171 for 2 in the 33rd to 236 all out. Well short of what they would have hoped for. Reuben Wilson strikes an early blow but the hosts going well to reach 54 for 1 at 10 - Murdazi unbeaten on 30. Ethan Marshall gets the second thanks to a routine catch behind. Can Ireland chip away? Yes, as Manoj bowls Blignaut with one that skidded on. Manoj strikes again as he has Senzere well caught for 43 to end a stand of 61. This game could well go all the way. Finely poised just after the halfway point of the chase at 121 for 4. First wicket for Seb Dijkstra at the second drinks break puts Ireland slightly ahead perhaps. Not much in it though. Excellent 6th wicket stand looks to be taking the hosts to victory. Just 45 needed off 11. Skipper Riley back on striving for badly needed breakthroughs. Second wicket for Wilson but too little too late as Zimbabwe win by 4 wickets.
Headline News
Ireland beaten by Zimbabwe in U19 opener
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Clontarf confirm new Head Coach
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South Africa confirm Ireland tour
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Death of Pat Dineen
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Holywood unveil overseas players
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Ireland beaten by Zimbabwe in U19 opener
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The countdown to next year’s Under 19 World Cup started for Ireland in one of the two host countries with a four wickets defeat by Zimbabwe at the Harare Sports Club.
Topping looking to impress on Wolves tour
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Maguire excited by World Cup challenge
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The Hills seamer Jane Maguire is looking forward to the World Cup Qualifiers which get underway in Pakistan later this week.
Six changes to Ireland squad for World Cup qualifier
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ZZZZ11:37 pmZZZZ
Ireland Women have made six changes to their squad for next month's World Cup qualifying tournament in Pakistan.
South Africa confirm Ireland tour
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ZZZZ2:42 amZZZZ
Cricket South Africa have confirmed that Ireland Women will visit for six white-ball games in December.
Ireland fail the Test
(
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ZZZZ1:08 amZZZZ
It seems the bigwigs have lost sight of the fact that their primary role is to stage games of cricket.
Riley to skipper Ireland U19's in Zimbabwe
(
)
ZZZZ9:22 amZZZZ
Pembroke's Olly Riley will captain a 14-player squad that has been selected for an upcoming tour of Zimbabwe in what will also be a first tour for the side in the southern African country.
Ireland Women 2025 fixtures unveiled
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ZZZZ7:02 amZZZZ
Ireland Women will have two World Cup qualifying tournaments, and home series against Zimbabwe and Pakistan.
Ireland confirm Afghanistan series cancellation
(
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ZZZZ6:39 amZZZZ
Ireland will play home series against West Indies and England as previously announced, but their continued financial constraints have led to the scrapping of the series against Afghanistan.
Hoey to lead Ireland Wolves
(
)
ZZZZ1:16 amZZZZ
Gavin Hoey will lead a 15-strong Ireland Wolves squad to Abu Dhabi next month where they will play a triangular one-day series against Afghanistan A and Sri Lanka A.
Afghanistan confirm A team tri-series
(
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ZZZZ6:00 pmZZZZ
The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has confirmed that it will host a Tri-Nation Series featuring A teams from Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, and Ireland.
Joyce to leave Ireland role
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ZZZZ1:23 amZZZZ
Ed Joyce will leave his role as Head Coach of the Ireland women’s team in April, after the 50-over World Cup qualifiers in Pakistan.
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Stuart Law to coach Nepal
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(
)
ZZZZ7:49 amZZZZ
KNCB Dutch Lions World Cup qualifying plans took further shape with the confirmation they would face the considerable challenge of the British Army at the ‘North East Cricket Series’ in July.
Dutch Lions to play in North East Series
(
)
ZZZZ12:04 amZZZZ
The KNCB Dutch Lions World Cup qualifying plans took further shape today with the confirmation they would spend a week preparing at the ‘North East Cricket Series’ in July.
USA beat Canada to clinch Americas top spot
(
)
ZZZZ6:42 amZZZZ
A dramatic final day at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Americas Qualifier saw a rampant USA snatch top spot and a place in the next round of qualification thanks to a commanding 78-run victory over Canada in Buenos Aires.
Scotland name squad for Women's World Cup Qualifiers
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ZZZZ6:25 amZZZZ
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Northern
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ZZZZ2:04 amZZZZ
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)
ZZZZ9:38 amZZZZ
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Callum Atkinson named NCU CEO
(
)
ZZZZ9:55 amZZZZ
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Holywood unveil overseas players
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ZZZZ7:51 amZZZZ
Holywood have announced their overseas players for the upcoming 2025 season.
Leinster
LCU Previews 2: Phoenix
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ZZZZ2:01 amZZZZ
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LCU Previews 1: Pembroke
(
)
ZZZZ2:43 amZZZZ
The defending champions have an incredible depth of talent available at Sydney Parade and despite the loss of the hugely influential Nick Stapleton look to have secured a quality replacement as overseas professional in Blake MacDonald.
Kick off the season in Bollywood style
(
)
ZZZZ11:21 pmZZZZ
The season in the province starts in mid-April, and Cricket Leinster are marking the occasion with a unique Bollywood night of celebration in the celebrated Krystle night club on April 4th.
Clontarf confirm new Head Coach
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)
ZZZZ9:30 amZZZZ
Clontarf have confirmed the signing of Nicky Kenny as their new Head Coach.
North West
NW Previews 2: Newbuildings
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ZZZZ3:08 amZZZZ
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NW Previews 1: Bready
(
)
ZZZZ9:47 amZZZZ
Ian Young is once again the man in charge of the Magheramason side, while Ryan Clarke will be his deputy for the 2025 campaign.
Melly set for stint Down Under
(
)
ZZZZ1:55 amZZZZ
Brigade and Warriors batsman Cameron Melly will be wintering in Australia with Edinburgh, who play in the Victoria League in Melbourne.
Kathryn Rough replaces Peter McCartney on interim basis
(
)
ZZZZ12:26 amZZZZ
Kathryn Rough has been appointed by the North West as Interim General Manager.
Balbirnie set for Warriors switch?
(
)
ZZZZ8:18 amZZZZ
Ireland Test captain Andrew Balbirnie looks set to be transferred to the North West Warriors for the 2025 interpro season.
Interpro fixtures released
(
)
ZZZZ6:50 amZZZZ
Fixtures for the 2025 season of the Inter-Provincial Series have been released – this year the T20 Trophy competition will be played across four three-day festivals across Ireland.
Super Series fixtures released
(
)
ZZZZ6:40 amZZZZ
Fixtures for the 2025 season of the Super Series have been released – this year the T20 Trophy competition will include three two-day festivals to provide a solid lead-in to the T20 World Cup European Qualifier in August.
All Ireland Cups
National Cup draw released
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)
ZZZZ7:24 amZZZZ
The draw has been made for the first round of the National Cup.
Dates announced for All-Ireland T20 finals
(
)
ZZZZ7:05 amZZZZ
While the wait continues for the international summer schedule to be confirmed, the governing body has confirmed the dates for the All-Ireland T20 competition's this summer.
Mouthwatering clashes in Irish Senior Cup
(
)
ZZZZ6:47 amZZZZ
The draw has been made for the first round of the Irish Senior Cup with some intriguing ties down for decision on May 17th.
The View
Nathan Johns: 24 March
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ZZZZ10:06 amZZZZ
Cricket Ireland grows as a company while outside funding increases. Yet more cricket is not being played. What is going on?
Andrew Nixon: 11 January
(
)
ZZZZ2:41 amZZZZ
Two tiered Tests, inaction on Afghanistan and the return of the "EuroSlam".
Barry Chambers: 9 January
(
)
ZZZZ7:29 amZZZZ
Can we look forward to Ireland Men playing more cricket in 2025? Will the artist formerly known as the Euroslam finally be debuting in 2025?
Other News
Death of Pat Dineen
(
)
ZZZZ2:08 amZZZZ
There was sad news this week with the death of former international Pat Dineen. By way of tribute we reproduce Edward Liddle's biography of the Munster legend.
Irish Cricket Awards
(
)
ZZZZ1:18 amZZZZ
Mark Adair and Orla Prendergast crowned successful years in international cricket with the premier prizes at the 13th Business Plus Irish Cricket Awards.
Adair and Prendergast headline winners at Ireland awards
(
)
ZZZZ1:40 amZZZZ
Mark Adair and Orla Prendergast were the big winners at the 13th Irish Cricket Awards held in Dublin, as they were respectively named Men’s and Women’s International Player of the Year for 2024.
European T20 tournament gets green light
(
)
ZZZZ3:02 amZZZZ
Cricket Ireland are hopeful that the new venture finally gets off the ground unlike the ill-fated Euroslam tournament.
The Week Ahead
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5 April Warmup: Ireland v West Indies (Lahore)
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9 April Pakistan v Ireland (Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore)
9 April West Indies v Scotland (Lahore CCA)
Ireland Wolves
7 April 4 day: Afghanistan A v Ireland Wolves (Abu Dhabi)
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5 April 2nd ODI: Ireland v Zimbabwe (Harare Sports Club)
7 April 3rd ODI: Ireland v Zimbabwe (Harare Sports Club)
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League Tables
World Cup League 2
| P | W | T | NR | L | Pts | NRR | |
| USA | 16 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 22 | 0.60 |
| Netherlands | 16 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 20 | 0.30 |
| Canada | 16 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 20 | 0.24 |
| Oman | 16 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 18 | 0.01 |
| Scotland | 11 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 14 | 1.25 |
| Namibia | 20 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 14 | -0.55 |
| Nepal | 12 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 6 | -0.27 |
| UAE | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 4 | -1.44 |
World Cup Challenge League A
| P | W | T | NR | L | Pts | |
| Jersey | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8 |
| Papua New Guinea | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 8 |
| Kuwait | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| Kenya | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 |
| Denmark | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 |
| Qatar | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
World Cup Challenge League B
| P | W | T | NR | L | Pts | NRR | |
| Uganda | 10 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 18 | 2.01 |
| Italy | 10 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 16 | 2.91 |
| Hong Kong | 10 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 12 | -0.44 |
| Bahrain | 10 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 9 | -0.33 |
| Tanzania | 10 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 4 | -1.55 |
| Singapore | 10 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 1 | -2.02 |
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