World Cup play-offs: Republic of Ireland include former England U19 captain Harvey Vale in squad

'Perfect time' to bring Vale into squad - Hallgrimsson

Heimir Hallgrimsson says Harvey Vale's call-up to the Republic of Ireland squad for next Thursday's World Cup play-off semi-final against Czechia has been a year in the making.

'Very grateful': Ireland’s Paul Stirling quits T20 captaincy after poor World Cup

Paul Stirling has stepped down as Ireland’s T20I captain as part of plans for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2028. Ireland struggled in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, finishing fourth, while Stirling’s campaign ended early due to injury. Lorcan Tucker led in his absence. Stirling will continue as ODI captain and said, "It has been a tremendous honour to lead Ireland in this format."

World Cup play-offs: Republic of Ireland include former England U19 captain Harvey Vale in squad

Former England Under-19 captain Harvey Vale is called up to the Republic of Ireland squad for next week's World Cup play-off semi-final against the Czech Republic.