Paul Stirling has resigned as Irelandโs T20 International captain as the team begins a new four-year planning cycle. Cricket Ireland confirmed the decision on Thursday, 19 March, following the conclusion of the 2026 T20 World Cup. While relinquishing the T20I armband, the 35-year-old veteran will continue to lead the One-Day International (ODI) side. Stirling, who sustained a knee injury during the recent World Cup, cited a desire to manage his workload and focus on his batting. By retaining the ODI captaincy, he aims to lead Irelandโs qualification campaign for the 2027 50-over World Cup.ย ECB and County Cricket Grapple with Dukes Ball Shortage Amid Middle Asia Conflict.
Paul Striling Steps Down
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Paul Stirling has stepped down as the Ireland Men's T20I captain - however, he will remain a valued member of the T20I squad and will remain captain of the one-day international squad.
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โ Cricket Ireland (@cricketireland) March 19, 2026
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