Ireland confirm T20 squad for New Zealand meeting
A squad of 14 players has been confirmed for Ireland's T20 international against New Zealand at Stormont later this month.
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India vs Ireland 2nd T20I Weather Update: Will Rain Disrupt Match Again?
Hardik Pandya-led India will look to complete a 2-0 sweep over Ireland when the two teams meet in the 2nd T20I on Tuesday at Malahide in Dublin. All eyes will be on the weather yet again as players would want to have a full 20-overs-a-side match. Persistent showers had ensured that the first match of the series at the same venue was restricted to a 12-overs-a-side contest.
Ireland Announce 14-Player Squad For ODI Series Against New Zealand, Stephen Doheny Earns Maiden Call-up
Cricket Ireland on Saturday announced a 14-player squad for the men's One-Day International series against New Zealand, scheduled to be played from July 10 to 15 at Malahide. The three-match series will be part of the ICC World Cup Super League, with 30 crucial points up for grabs. Ireland also handed maiden call-ups for two of the North West Warriors squad - top-order batter Stephen Doheny and bowling all-rounder Graham Hume. Both players were recently handed retainer contracts by Cricket Ireland.
Watch: Nepal's Wicketkeeper Upholds 'Spirit Of Cricket', Refuses To Run Out Ireland Batter During Oman Quadrangular T20I Series
Nepal wicketkeeper Aasif Sheikh has won hearts on social media after his 'Spirit of Cricket' gesture against Ireland in the ongoing Oman Quadrangular T20 Series clash at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground on Monday. The incident took place during the 19th over when Sheikh refused to run out Ireland Andy McBrine, who was accidentally tripped by Nepal pacer Kamal Singh Airee, while trying to take a single. Even the commentators were moved after seeing the incident and praised Aasif for his gesture.