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# TJ

Ex-Ireland captain Johnston would welcome return as head coach - but not just yet

The 42-year-old is currently head coach of New South Wales and is in talks to sign a new contract with the club.

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Mar 31st 2017, 9:59 AM

# worrying times

Humiliating defeat leaves Ireland's golden generation facing into make-or-break summer

Head coach John Bracewell is coming under increased pressure after a disappointing two years in charge.

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Mar 30th 2017, 8:01 PM

# low point

Test play-off place slipping out of grasp as Ireland slump to huge Afghanistan defeat

John Bracewell’s side have been beaten by an innings and 172 runs in Greater Noida.

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Mar 30th 2017, 12:58 PM

# bleak

Ireland crumble in the heat as batting collapse leaves Bracewell's men on the brink

It was another tough day at the office for Ireland in Greater Noida as Afghanistan wreaked havoc.

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Mar 29th 2017, 4:14 PM

# Watch Out

Dara Ó Briain cracked a photographer with a sliotar while playing hurling at the home of English cricket

An accident, of course.

9.2k

Mar 3rd 2017, 5:48 PM

# all out

Ireland's Cricket World Cup dream is over

Ireland fall to 86-run defeat against Pakistan in Colombo.

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Feb 17th 2017, 1:40 PM

# Concern

Australian bowler suffers fractured skull and brain bleed after training incident

Joe Mennie is said to be ‘feeling well’ after the scare.

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Jan 25th 2017, 11:03 AM

# desert t20

New year, same problems: Ireland's T20 shortcomings exposed in desert defeat

There is serious work to be done by John Bracewell and his squad after a rather inauspicious start to the year today.

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Jan 14th 2017, 8:23 PM

# dab hand

Australian cricket player accused of disrespect after dab celebration

Usman Khawaja marked his his half-century in style.

9.5k

Jan 6th 2017, 3:36 PM

# Enigmatic

‘Most people you can say, “What a great bloke,” or “What a b*****d”. With Roebuck, it’s neither'

Read an extract from the highly acclaimed book on the late English cricketer and journalist Peter Roebuck.

18.6k

Dec 29th 2016, 9:33 PM

# belief

'I recalled the two moments in my life when God spoke directly to me'

In an extract from his autobiography, South African cricketing legend AB de Villiers discusses his faith.

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Dec 27th 2016, 9:00 PM

# aussie schemozzle

South Africa claim their airport jostling incident with journalist was staged

“As far as our security was concerned it was a direct breach of security protocol and he had to act to protect our players.”

12.6k

Nov 29th 2016, 6:18 PM

# Lovely Hurling

An international England cricket team are using hurling to improve their technique

The England Lions have been using hurls ahead of their tour to the United Arab Emirates.

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Nov 11th 2016, 2:28 PM

# Record Breakers

Eoin Morgan finishes not out, Hales on 171 as England set new ODI record

Earlier today, Ireland made a solid start to the first day of their ICC Intercontinental Cup clash against Hong Kong in Belfast.

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Aug 30th 2016, 8:42 PM

# Ouch

Ireland thrashed by Pakistan in Malahide one-dayer

The visitors had 255 runs to spare after bowling the home side out for 82.

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Aug 18th 2016, 10:54 PM

# Ouch

Ireland suffer big injury blow as Boyd Rankin breaks his leg in training

Ireland’s cricketers face Pakistan in a two-game series this week.

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Aug 16th 2016, 12:07 PM

# History

Let's turn Lord's green! Ireland to play historic series against England next year

The two countries will meet next May.

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Jun 23rd 2016, 3:10 PM

# Get Well Soon

Sri Lanka bowler in 'stable condition' in Dublin hospital after falling ill during Ireland game

Shaminda Eranga experienced heart discomfort during yesterday’s ODI in Malahide.

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Jun 19th 2016, 4:50 PM

# Cricket

Perera ton sets up Sri Lanka series win over Ireland

Malahide played host to the second encounter today.

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Jun 18th 2016, 8:15 PM

# Not Cricket

Chris Gayle could face more sexism allegations after latest interview

The West Indies batsman could be in hot water once again.

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May 21st 2016, 9:31 AM

# party poopers

Former Ireland coach's West Indies side stun India to reach World Twenty20 final

Phil Simmons’ charges will take on an England outfit captained by Dubliner Eoin Morgan on Sunday.

5.8k

Mar 31st 2016, 6:55 PM

# wednesday

We'll Leave it There So: Irish cricket heartbreak, Jared Payne set to return and all today's sport

Meanwhile, Bertram Allen has secured Ireland’s Olympic spot in show jumping

13.0k

Mar 9th 2016, 8:39 PM

# the toughest trade

Cricket in his blood - Tipp hurler Maher uncovers sporting heritage after trip to Oz

The Tipperary hurling captain on his new love for cricket and why he is keen to follow in the footsteps of his forefather.

9.4k

Mar 8th 2016, 7:00 AM

# taking on the world

As Ireland's World Cup campaign gets under way, here's everything you need to know

The Boys in Green get their campaign underway on Wednesday.

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Mar 7th 2016, 7:15 PM

# the toughest

How did an ex-English cricketer get on hurling with a Tipperary club?

The trailer for Steve Harmison’s episode of ‘The Toughest Trade’.

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Feb 26th 2016, 8:02 PM

# holy grail

'It would be a dream come true' - Ireland resume quest to reach the promised land

Intercontinental Cup fixture against Papua New Guinea the next assignment on the path to Test cricket.

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Jan 30th 2016, 8:30 AM

# ka-ching

NZ apologise after cash register sound played on Amir's return from spot-fixing ban

The stadium announcer has been reprimanded for the incident.

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Jan 27th 2016, 12:33 PM

# nasty blow

New Zealand batsman left with horrific eye injury after bouncer smashes through helmet

This is not pretty.

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Jan 25th 2016, 8:12 AM

# DEADLY DOZEN

Chris Gayle hits record 50 off 12 balls to exit with a big bang

West Indies star matches record for fastest T20 half-century.

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Jan 19th 2016, 10:00 AM

# Trading Places

Tipperary hurling captain training with cricket team Down Under

Brendan Maher is testing himself with the Adelaide Strikers for documentary The Toughest Trade.

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Jan 11th 2016, 2:03 PM

# Sexism

'He's a creep' - Gayle sexism row worsens with new allegations from journalists

“He does this constantly,” one reporter said today.

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Jan 6th 2016, 1:04 PM

# opportunity knocks

Ireland to send team to World Cup in Bangladesh after assessing security risks

Cricket Ireland is happy to let its players and staff travel to Bangladesh later this month.

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Jan 6th 2016, 12:32 PM

# Security concerns

Ireland carefully consider security risks after being offered Australia's place at World Cup

The tournament is being staged in Bangladesh at the end of this month.

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Jan 5th 2016, 5:12 PM

# teenage knocks

Sorry Ben Stokes, a 15-year-old Indian kid went 1009 not out in a single innings today

Pranav Dhanawade has earned the praise of Sachin Tendulkar today.

5.9k

Jan 5th 2016, 11:35 AM

# Australia

Cricketer fined for asking reporter on date live on air and people are divided about it

Chris Gayle said: ‘Don’t blush, baby’ after making advances while being interviewed on live television.

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Jan 5th 2016, 9:29 AM

# Out of bounds

'Don't blush, baby' - West Indies cricketer slammed for chatting up interviewer live on air

Melbourne Renegades opener Chris Gayle has been criticised for his comments to a female reporter.

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Jan 4th 2016, 2:54 PM

# body on the line

We faced six balls from an Ireland fast-bowler and (nearly) survived

First ball is free, right?

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Dec 25th 2015, 7:00 AM

# Prodigal Son

Boyd Rankin to return to the Ireland shirt after 11 appearances for England

“There’s a real opportunity for Ireland to get Test status now, and that prospect was a real lure for me.”

5.6k

Dec 21st 2015, 4:54 PM

# Wave Goodbye

One of Ireland's top cricketers has announced his retirement

The Dubliner is one of four players to represent Ireland at three World Cups.

4.8k

Dec 7th 2015, 7:23 PM

# World in motion

India, here we come! Ireland have qualified for the Women's T20 Cricket World Cup

Ireland now face Bangladesh in the final of the World Cup Qualifier tournament on Saturday.

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Dec 3rd 2015, 12:00 PM