News

Ava Canning
back

Canning withdraws

Ava Canning forced to withdraw from Ireland Women's squad

KATHMANDU, Nepal – Ireland Women’s bowling all-rounder Ava Canning has been forced to withdraw from the squad at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier after sustaining an injury while bowling against USA on Thursday.

Canning experienced a Grade 2c tendon tear while bowling and will return home for treatment and rehabilitation.

Pembroke all-rounder Louise Little will fly to Nepal today as the replacement player after the ICC approved the change.

Ireland Women are in action tomorrow morning against Bangladesh after winning their first two games of this global qualifier event.

key points

  • Ava Canning withdraws with injury sustained during recent match against USA
  • Louise Little called up as replacement

Latest News

See All News
  • Bray honoured

    Jeremy Bray has been inducted into the Irish cricket Hall of Fame

    Jun 7, 2026Read more
  • Upbeat despite loss

    Ireland Women run South Africa close in first warm-up match

    Jun 6, 2026Read more
  • Record-breaking win

    Ireland Women have mounted their highest-ever successful run-chase in T20 International cricket, defeating Pakistan by 7 wickets at Clontarf today. After winning the toss and…

    May 31, 2026Read more

I found 4231 items that matched your query "".