Ireland stalwart Gary Wilson announces retirement Ireland stalwart Gary Wilson has announced his retirement from professional cricket, bringing to a close a 16-year international career. Cricket • 19 Mar
Balbirnie returns to Glamorgan on short contract Andrew Balbirnie has joined Glamorgan on a short-term contract, having spent time with the club in the second half of 2020. Cricket • 17 Mar
Balbirnie rues missed opportunity in World Cup clash Ireland captain Andrew Balbirnie was left pondering what might have been as his side were beaten by Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi. Cricket • 21 Jan
Balbirnie joins Glamorgan for T20 tournament Glamorgan have announced the signing of Ireland captain Andrew Balbirnie for this summer's Vitality Blast. Cricket • 21 Aug 20
Balbirnie: Win over England 'huge' for World Cup dream Ireland cricket captain Andrew Balbrinie reflects on the win over England last week and its importance for the team going forward. Cricket • 13 Aug 20
Balbirnie savours momentous win over England Ireland captain Andrew Balbirnie savoured the momentous victory over England as 'one we'll remember forever' after overcoming the world champions in a nail-biting conclusion at ... Cricket • 05 Aug 20
Ireland with much to prove against 'biggest enemy' Kevin O'Brien is aware Ireland must improve their top-order batting if they are to claim a consolation victory over their "biggest enemy" England in the ... Cricket • 03 Aug 20
Balbirnie hoping 'fearless' young guns can hurt England Andrew Balbirnie hopes Ireland's "fearless" younger players can seize the opportunity to shine against top opposition in the looming World Cup Super League One Day ... Cricket • 16 Jul 20
Stirling ready to seize Ireland vice-captaincy role Paul Stirling said he's desperate to back on the cricket pitch after being named Ireland's vice-captain. Cricket • 19 Jun 20
Cricket Australia cast doubt on Twenty20 World Cup The Twenty20 World Cup may not go ahead as the leader of the game in host nation Australia revealed the schedule for October and November ... Cricket • 29 May 20
ICC crushes talk of T20 World Cup being postponed The International Cricket Council has rejected claims this year's T20 World Cup will be postponed, insisting a number of contingency plans are being considered. Cricket • 27 May 20
Ireland captain Balbirnie airs T20 World Cup fears Ireland captain Andrew Balbirnie believes the logistical challenges posed by coronavirus means he is doubtful the Twenty20 World Cup will be able to proceed as ... Cricket • 11 May 20
Andrew Balbirnie revels in 'chance to create history' Ireland cricket captain Andrew Balbirnie says the achievement of beating the West Indies in their T20 opener is beginning to sink in and he hopes ... Cricket • 16 Jan 20
Ireland captain Balbirnie hails Stirling display Andrew Balbirnie praised Paul Stirling's batting performance as Ireland gained revenge for the one-day series whitewash by the West Indies with a thrilling victory in ... Cricket • 16 Jan 20
Ireland name squads for West Indies tour Andrew Balbirnie will captain Ireland for the first time on an international tour as he leads the side into their upcoming tour of the Caribbean ... Cricket • 05 Dec 19
Balbirnie looking to guide in transitional period Andrew Balbirnie on the honour of being selected as Ireland cricket captain, and what success looks like to him. Cricket • 09 Nov 19
Balbirnie new Ireland captain as Porterfield steps down Andrew Balbirnie has been confirmed as Ireland's new Test and One-Day captain, succeeding the long-serving William Porterfield. Cricket • 08 Nov 19
Balbirnie and Adair steer Ireland to win over Zimbabwe A century by Andrew Balbirnie, wickets and runs to Mark Adair and a fifth successive ODI half-century from Paul Stirling helped Ireland to defeat Zimbabwe ... Cricket • 01 Jul 19
'Oldie' Balbirnie primed for Afghanistan Test in India Andrew Balbirnie was a 16-year-old teenager when Ireland shocked the world at the 2007 Cricket World Cup, yet now finds himself as one of the ... Cricket • 19 Feb 19
Balbirnie welcomes overseas Test against Afghanistan Ireland will play their first-ever overseas Test match against Afghanistan in March 2019 in 'a major step forward' for the sport in Ireland, said Andrew ... Cricket • 30 Nov 18
Balbirnie sends Ireland on way to convincing win Andrew Balbirnie's rapid half century propelled Ireland to a convincing six-wicket win over rivals Scotland with more than 15 overs to spare in their first ... Cricket • 16 Jan 18
Porterfield & Balbirnie tonnes ease Ireland past UAE Centuries from captain William Porterfield and Andrew Balbirnie helped Ireland beat the UAE for the second time in three days in their Tri-Series match. Cricket • 13 Jan 18
Joyce century steers Ireland to victory over UAE Ed Joyce hit an unbeaten century as Ireland edged to a four-wicket victory in their tri-series one-day international against the United Arab Emirates in Dubai. Cricket • 12 Jan 18
Balbirnie believes Ireland can solve spin conundrum Andrew Balbirnie claims Ireland have what it takes to put an end to their struggles against spin bowling and deliver a much-needed strong display when ... Cricket • 07 May 17
Balbirnie delighted to turn corner on 'tough year' Andrew Balbirnie's match-winning innings against Afghanistan on Sunday signalled the turning point for the Dubliner after a year of misery and frustation. Cricket • 20 Mar 17
