Day: August 25, 2020

First fixtures of Test Triangle Inter-Provincial Series to receive enhanced livestream experience

DUBLIN – The much-anticipated 2020 Test Triangle Inter-Provincial Series kicked off last week with two action-packed T20 matches – and as part of the online coverage this season, the first two ‘enhanced livestream’ matches have been announced.The 2020 season has seen the roll-out of a new online match centre experience for fans, featuring livescoring, match…

Orla Prendergast awarded part-time contract as available funds re-invested in women’s cricket

DUBLIN – Cricket Ireland has today announced that a sixth player has been added to the women’s retainer contract list with Orla Prendergast being awarded a part-time deal for the first time. Additionally, contracted players Laura Delany, Gaby Lewis and Celeste Raack have been offered an increased deal until the end of 2020.The opportunity to…

INTERVIEW: William Porterfield: “It was an opportunity I couldn’t turn down”

DUBLIN – Irish international, and former Warwickshire County Cricket Club player, William Porterfield revealed his excitement at the coaching opportunity that has arisen with the County’s T20 Vitality Blast side, and will fit the coaching duties around his Inter-Provincial playing commitments with the North West Warriors.Porterfield, 35, played for Warwickshire for seven seasons, moving to…