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The only podcast dedicated to all things Irish cricket. Featuring analysis, interviews and explainers of all the sport's talking points.
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A sharp debrief that turns one bad series into a harder question about Ireland's batting and squad depth.
The episode offers a sharp post-mortem on Ireland's nine-wicket ODI defeat to Zimbabwe and the batting problems underneath it. Johns and McCalmont keep the focus on the cricket, but they also widen it enough to make the result feel heavier: this was Ireland's first 50-over…
Local cricket, score by score.
Cricket analysis with the lid off.
Loose talk, sharp turns, real feeling.
Cricket reaction with memory and nerve.
This episode celebrates the first anniversary of the Irish Cricket Podcast with a preview of the upcoming World Cup in Sri Lanka and other cricket news.
This episode features an interview with Brian McNeice, chair of Cricket Ireland, discussing the organization's challenges after a leadership change, future scheduling, financial sustainability, and communication with fans.
This episode of the Irish Cricket Podcast discusses recent developments in Irish cricket, including the search for a new CEO, the success of the women's team, and a dramatic Test match between England and India.
This episode discusses the relevance of Irish cricket, reviewing a recent test series against Bangladesh, previewing an upcoming T20 series, and critiquing the T20 World Cup draw.
This episode previews Ireland's upcoming two-match Test cricket series against Bangladesh while discussing team changes, cricket's global challenges, and paying tribute to George Wilson, father of Ireland's assistant coach.
This episode discusses the legacy of outgoing CEO Warren Deutrom and recent developments in Irish cricket, including central contracts, player news, and upcoming matches.
This episode discusses Ireland's cricket performance in the World Cup, including washed-out matches and travel experiences in Sri Lanka, while promoting Patreon content.
This episode of the Irish Cricket Podcast discusses the transition from international matches against the West Indies to the upcoming domestic T20 competition in Ireland, including reflections on recent games and veteran cricket.
This episode discusses the cancellation of the European T20 Premier League, recent Irish club cricket matches, and features an interview with former player Andy Wallace about West Indies cricket and his experiences in Ireland.
This episode features an interview with BBC Sport journalist Timothy Abraham discussing the European T20 Premier League's recent investment announcements and their potential impact on Irish cricket.
Nathan Johns and Ali McKelman discuss whether the Irish public is disengaging with the national cricket teams and if Cricket Ireland is doing enough to engage fans, following a drawn series against the West Indies in Dublin.
This episode features an interview with Pete Johnston, head coach of Ireland's Under-19 cricket team, discussing their performance in the U19 World Cup and insights into developing young players.
This episode discusses Ireland women's cricket team's qualification for the T20 World Cup qualifiers, financial concerns in global cricket leagues, and the shift towards white-ball cricket in Ireland.
This episode explores the potential role of cricket in the political debate surrounding a border poll on Ireland's constitutional future, featuring an interview with political journalist Sam McBride.
The hosts return to discuss the delayed summer Irish cricket fixtures, Sarah Keane's new role, and upcoming rugby events like Ireland vs Scotland in the Six Nations.
This episode features an interview with Brian MacNeice, Chairman of Cricket Ireland, discussing cricket fixtures and broader topics in Irish and international cricket.
This episode of the Irish Cricket Podcast reviews Ireland's youth cricket development through the Red Bull series, under-19s matches against Scotland, and upcoming Club Cup finals.
This episode of the Irish Cricket Podcast discusses recent comebacks by Ireland's cricket teams, pre-season experiences including playing on unconventional surfaces in Barcelona, and updates on club cricket in Ireland.
This episode previews Ireland's upcoming international cricket tournaments, including the Under-19s World Cup in Southern Africa and Women's T20 qualifiers in Nepal, discussing the busy schedule for early 2026.
This episode explores whether Irish club cricket has become too professional and financially driven, potentially harming competitiveness, while also touching on Ireland's women's cricket team performance in the World Cup.
This episode of the Irish Cricket Podcast discusses upcoming cricket fixtures, references a previous interview with Andy Patterson, and touches on Euro Premier Leagues and St.
This episode features an interview with Pete Johnston, Cricket Ireland Academy Manager and Men's Under-19s Head Coach, discussing Ireland's Under-19 cricket team's recent performances, talent development, and expectations for the upcoming World Cup.
This episode features an exclusive interview with Ed Joyce about his departure as Ireland's women's head coach, along with discussion of recent cricket events at Stormont including the All-Ireland T20 finals and Emerald Challenge games.
This episode discusses the weekend's All-Ireland cricket finals, player performances including Curtis Comfort's debut for Essex, and England's squad announcement for upcoming T20 matches in Ireland.
This episode of the Irish Cricket Podcast features an interview with Carlos Brathwaite discussing his career, the upcoming West Indies Tour of Ireland, and his time playing club cricket with Leinster.
This episode discusses Irish cricket news, including upcoming club finals and the Zimbabwe women's series, and features an interview with PJ Moor reflecting on his retirement from professional cricket.
This episode features an interview with cricket writer Tim Wakemore discussing Ireland's potential to become a proper Test cricket nation, including challenges, historical context, and possible pathways forward.
This episode discusses Sarah Keane's appointment as Cricket Ireland's new CEO, the first female head of an ICC full-member nation, and analyzes upcoming fixtures including a potential Bangladesh series in England.
This episode previews the Ireland Women's Cricket World Cup qualifiers in Pakistan, discussing the team's challenges, leadership changes, and the historic significance of qualification.
This episode discusses a challenging week for Irish cricket, focusing on the women's World Cup qualifier in Pakistan and other team performances, while also touching on Rory McIlroy's emotional Masters golf victory.
This episode analyzes the current struggles of North West cricket in Ireland, examining issues like the lack of local players in the national team, declining club standards, and the Warriors' performance, while noting some positive developments in women's cricket.
This episode features an interview with Kevin O'Brien discussing his coaching roles, the Irish cricket structure, and controversies in Irish club cricket, while also reflecting on the podcast's recent engagement success.
This episode of the Irish Cricket Podcast discusses club preparations for the upcoming cricket season, including ground maintenance and community aspects, with a hint at focusing on young players to watch.
This episode of the Irish Cricket Podcast features a Q&A session discussing Cricket Ireland's new membership system and preparations for the upcoming club season.
This episode reflects on Ireland's cricket series against England in Malahide, discussing team performance ahead of the T20 World Cup, organizational efforts to regain public support, and the success of Ireland's women's captain with Lancashire.
This episode analyzes the potential impact of the European T20 Premier League on Irish cricket, discussing benefits for administrators, coaches, players, and fans.
This episode previews Ireland's men's one-day international series against the West Indies, reflects on recent batting performances, and features an exclusive interview with women's wicket-keeper batter Amy Hunter.
This episode previews the upcoming Ireland vs England T20 cricket series, discussing team selections, domestic league conclusions, and the women's team developments.
This episode features an interview with former Irish cricketer Andy Patterson, discussing cricket news including T20 popularity in Ireland and Lisburn's washed-out European Cricket League trip.
This episode discusses the upcoming Ireland A cricket tour to Abu Dhabi against Afghanistan A and Sri Lanka A, including squad details and player analysis.
This episode of the Irish Cricket Podcast discusses the start of Ireland's Inter Provincial 50-over tournament, its funding and broadcasting issues, and includes personal cricket anecdotes from the hosts.
This episode of the Irish Cricket Podcast discusses Ireland's involvement in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) and features an interview with ex-New Zealand Test bowler Ian Butler, while also reflecting on personal cricket experiences and senior club cricket in Ireland.
Two cricket commentators discuss Ireland's recent rain-affected T20 series loss to Zimbabwe, sharing personal weekend activities and analyzing the matches.
This episode discusses Ireland's women's cricket team's successful domestic season, upcoming international matches, and explores ways to improve cricket's visibility and appeal through better broadcasting and fan experiences.
The hosts discuss Irish cricket in 2025, including a recap of their podcast journey and recent cricket events like England's disappointing Ashes tour in Australia.
This bonus episode discusses Irish cricket's financial state, focusing on a humorous Patreon suggestion to organize tours in drought-ridden countries for revenue, alongside updates on the women's cricket series.
This episode is a taster of the Irish Cricket Podcast's Patreon-exclusive post-match analysis, focusing on Ireland's 2-1 series loss to Bangladesh and encouraging listeners to subscribe for detailed match-by-match coverage.
The hosts analyse Ireland's recent ODI series loss to Zimbabwe, focusing on batting intent issues, powerplay failures, and selection policies.
The hosts celebrate Ireland's third consecutive Test cricket victory in Bulawayo, highlighting the historic significance and analyzing key moments like spin bowling on day five.