Munster Cricket Union

Munster Cricket Strategic Plan 2017-2020

The Munster Cricket Executive is commencing the process of putting a new Strategic Plan in place to chart the development of cricket in Munster for the period 2017 to 2020.

ECB Online Scorer Course

Club Scorer is the course for anyone wanting scoring on a regular basis and is the only one to comprehensively teach you how to score. This course is available online from the ECB.

2017 Bob Kerr Irish Senior Cup and National Cup draws

The First Round of the 2017 Bob Kerr Irish Senior Cup and National Cup have been announced by Cricket Ireland.

Munster Cricket AGM Review

A well attended Munster Cricket AGM took place on Saturday, 3rd December, in the River Lee Hotel with nine of the Union’s clubs represented.

Inaugural Philippa Guinness Trophy takes place in Limerick

The inaugural Philippa Guinness Trophy took place in Limerick on Monday, 21st November. The hugely successful event was a first for Limerick and Munster Cricket with over 120 girls involved.

Top teams and performers rewarded at 2016 Awards Night

Trophies and medals were presented by President Michael Hickey to the champions of each division along with the individual top performers with bat and ball in each competition.

Former Munster Cricket President Denis Moylan passes away

Munster Cricket is sad to learn of the death of Denis J. Moylan of Tralee on 18th November. Denis was stalwart of County Kerry Cricket Club from its foundation in 1987, and a past President.

Cork County are 2016 Tildenet Club of the Year

Cork County received the prestigious Tildenet Club of the Year Award after a superb 2016 season for the Munster club during which they won Leinster Division Two title plus honours in Munster.

Annual General Meeting

The Annual General Meeting of the Munster Cricket Union will take place on Saturday, 3rd December 2016, at the River Lee Hotel commencing at 2pm sharp.

Cricket Ireland Vacancy - Participation Director

Cricket Ireland is now seeking an ambitious and confident Participation Director to lead development and growth of the game in line with the relevant targets in the Cricket Ireland Strategic Plan.

2016 Munster Cricket Awards Night

Following an eventful season in which Munster representative sides competed admirably at both senior and youth levels, it is time to acknowledge the teams and players who excelled on the field in 2016

KPC Cricket Ireland Awards 2016 Nominations announced

Both Cork County and County Kerry have been nominated for the prestigious Tildenet Club of the Year while Chris Thomas (Limerick Cricket Club) has been nominated for the Notts Coach of the Year.

Munster Reds announce winter training squad

The Munster Reds management committee have released details of the upcoming training squad for the 2016/17 winter off-season.

Aaron Cawley named in Irish U19 training squad

Aaron Cawley of Cork County has been named in the U19 Ireland training squad as they begin their qualification for the 2018 U19 World Cup in New Zealand.

Munster trio named in Irish U17 training squads

Ireland have unveiled an U17 squad of 19 players for the winter schedule including Munster trio of Kaasim Baloch (Limerick), Aaron Cawley (Cork County) and Seanan Jones (Cork Harlequins).

Limerick's Nienaber selected for Irish U15 training squad

Carlu Nienaber of Limerick CC has been selected in a 20 strong Irish U15 winter training squad which was named by Lead Coach Simon Johnston.

New website reaches Cork Digital Marketing Awards Semi-Finals

The new Munster Cricket website has reached the Semi-Finals of the 2016 Cork Digital Marketing Awards which is organised by the Cork Chamber. The Awards night will take place on 27th October.

Harlequins top Division 1 to clinch Junior double

Cork Harlequins were the beneficiaries of a second successive walkover which meant they pipped Limerick to the Division 1 title on the final weekend of the season and thus clinched the Junior double.

UCC clinch Division 2 title

UCC clinched the Munster Division 2 title following an abandoned fixture against Tipperary County at Ballyeighan.

Cork County are 2016 Premier Division Champions

Cork County clinched their 4th successive Senior League title following a hard fought 58 run victory at Lydican to remain unbeaten with two fixtures still to play.

Southern Cricket Academy launches this October

This autumn sees the launch of the Southern Cricket Academy, a concept which is focused on developing players across a number of age profiles and providing a rounded program throughout the winter.

Munster clinch 7 wicket win over MCC in T20

The Munster Reds completed a 2-0 win over the MCC in the 60th Anniversary Series following a 7 wicket victory in the T20 at the Mardyke.

Munster overcome MCC in 1 wicket thriller

The Munster Reds overcame a strong MCC side in a thrilling 1 wicket victory chasing 288 at a sun drenched Mardyke to mark the 60th anniversary of Munster Cricket.

MCC to help mark 60th Anniversary

A Munster Reds XI will take on the MCC in two fixtures at the Mardyke to mark the 60th anniversary of the Union’s formation.

Reds complete T20 double over Northern Knights XI

The Munster Reds completed an impressive double over a Northern Knights XI in their two match T20 Challenge Series at Terenure

Countdown to Munster Reds v Northern Knight Development XI

Not too long until the Munster Reds take on a Northern Knights Development XI from the Northern Cricket Union at Terenure Cricket Club on Friday, 19th August.

Cork County cruise to victory in Senior Shield

Cork County put in a dominant display against County Kerry to clinch the 2016 Senior Shield by 7 wickets at the Mardyke on Saturday, 13th August.

Reds squad announced for Northern Knights series

The Munster Reds Selection Committee is pleased to announce the squad of 14 players that will take on the Northern Knights in the two-game T20 series at Terenure Cricket Club on Friday, 19th August.

Alam century guides Munster to victory over Leinster U15

Limerick's Kaasim Alam continued his fine form with a century (102) against Leinster U15 to guide Munster to an unassailable 2-0 lead in their Tri-Series at the Mardyke.

Munster U15 begin Tri-Series with 11 run win

Munster U15 opened their Tri-Series with Leinster with an 11 run victory at the Mardyke thanks mainly to half centuries from Diarmuid Carey and Kaasim Alam.

Mardyke hosts successful U12 & U14 Blitz

The Mardyke played host to a hugely successful U12 and U14 Blitz with clubs from across Munster participating.

Cork Harlequins clinch 2016 Junior Cup

Cork Harlequins held off a brave fightback from Limerick to clinch the 2016 Junior Cup at the Mardyke.

Munster squad announced for U15 Series v Leinster

The Munster U15 squad to face their Leinster counterparts in a 3 match series at the Mardyke between 2nd & 4th August has been announced.

2016 Junior Cup Final

Limerick 2 take on Cork Harlequins 2 in the 2016 Junior Cup Final at the Mardyke on Saturday, 28th July.

Galway win 2nd Senior Cup in 3 years

County Galway Cricket Club claimed their second Munster Senior Cup in three years following a 52 run victory over Midleton Cricket Club at the Mardyke on Saturday, 23rd July.

Kerry beat UCC to win Minor Cup

County Kerry Cricket Club claimed the 2016 Minor Cup following a hard fought 90 run victory over UCC at the Oyster Oval.

2016 Senior Cup Final

The 2016 Munster Senior Cup Final sees County Galway Cricket Club take on Midleton Cricket Club at the Mardyke in Cork on Saturday, 23rd July.

2016 Minor Cup Final

The 2016 Minor Cup Final sees County Kerry Cricket Club take on UCC Cricket Club at The Oyster Oval near Tralee on Saturday, 23rd July.

Aaron Cawley named in Irish U17 squad for UK tour

Cork County’s Aaron Cawley has been named in a 13-player Ireland U17 squad for a tour to Scotland and England in August.

Munster Reds v Leinster Lightning Postponed

Munster Cricket regret to announce that the T20 challenge matches between the Munster Reds and the Leinster Lightning planned for the Mardyke next Sunday, 17th July, has been postponed.

Limerick condemn Woodvale after National Cup controversy

Limerick Cricket Club has condemned Woodvale after the NCU side claimed a win at their Quarter Final tie at Adare on Sunday when the home side failed to produce the D/L print-out in the allotted time.

Table Cricket for the Disabled

Munster Cricket are working with the Irish Wheelchair Association and the Lords Taverners charity in Ireland on a project to make Table Cricket available in Munster.

Waterford's Cian Egerton selected for Irish U13 Squad

Cricket Ireland have named a squad of 24 for an U13 Development Camp in Bready from Tuesday 19 until Thursday 21 July.

Jones named in Ireland U15 squad to face Scotland

Cricket Ireland have named their Under 15 squad for a series against traditional rivals Scotland which includes Munster's Seanan Jones.

Munster Cricket July Update

Munster Cricket eagerly awaits the arrival of the Leinster Lightning in this marquee match at the Mardyke between the reigning Irish champions and our very own Munster Reds on Sunday, 17th July.

Munster U13's defeat Leinster in a bowl-out

Munster defeated their Leinster counterparts 2-0 in a bowl-out at Strabane in Game 1 of the Cricket Ireland U13 Interprovincial tournament!

Rain and Regulations wreck Southern XI’s chances

The final day of the 2016 inter-pro’s ended in dramatic fashion as first rain and then regulations conspired against the Southern XI and saw the NCU crowned this year’s champions.

Heroic Hunter helps NCU overcome Southern XI in a thriller

The Comber witnessed one of the most dramatic U15 Interprovincial finishes of recent times as the NCU took control of the 2016 tournament with a 1 wicket win over the Southern XI.

Super Southerners stun Leinster U15's

On a wet day in Saintfield CC, the Southern XI produced the biggest upset in recent times of U15 Interprovincial cricket as they stunned Leinster with a 21 run win on D/L.

Munster Reds Squad Announcement

The Munster Reds management committee are happy to announce the squad of players who will take on the Leinster Lightning at the Mardyke in a two game T20 series on Sunday July 17th.

Munster Cricket U13 Training Squad

Munster Cricket have announced its training squad for the Cricket Ireland U13 Interprovincial competition in Belfast between the 4th & 6th July.

4 Munster players named in Southern XI U15 squad

Four Munster players were selected for the Southern XI squad to take part in the U15 Interprovincial tournament.

Cork County Rebels clinch Senior T20 title

The 2016 Munster Senior T20 Blast reached an exciting climax on the 18th June when the Cork County Rebels clinched their second successive T20 title following a 7 wicket victory over Co. Galway.

Final 4 progress to Senior T20 Finals Day

There was a real celebration of T20 action in both Cork and Limerick on Saturday as the Pool stage of the Senior T20 Blast got under way.

Senior T20 Blast ready to kick off

The Munster Senior T20 Blast kicks off this Saturday with two venues hosting Pool A: Cork County, Cork Harlequins & Midleton and Pool B: County Galway , Limerick & County Kerry.

Munster Cricket June Update

With the 2016 season well under way for all clubs, it is a good time to recap on what's happening in Munster at both club and provincial level.

Reds Development XI cruise to 9 wicket victory over MCC

Ireland will send a team to the Under-19 World Cup in Bangladesh, taking the place of Australia. Cricket Ireland had indicated on Tuesday that it was likely to accept the ICC's invitation to step in,

Munster Development squad for MCC fixture

The Munster Reds have announced a 15 man squad for the upcoming Development XI match v MCC at the Mardyke on Tuesday, 31st May.

A Tribute to Dermot Edwards - President of Lismore CC

Ireland will send a team to the Under-19 World Cup in Bangladesh, taking the place of Australia. Cricket Ireland had indicated on Tuesday that it was likely to accept the ICC's invitation to step in,

PBC clinch Cork Schools T20 Cup

An excellent partnership between brothers Aidan and Brian Kelleher won the Cork Schools T20 Cup for Presentation Brothers College against the Combined Community Schools selection at the Mardyke.

Cork Schools T20 Cup Final preview

After over four weeks of hard competition the Munster Senior Schools Cup will come to its conclusion this Wednesday as Presentation Brothers College face the Combined Community Schools side.

Bandon Grammer defeat Midleton College in T20 Challenge

Bandon Grammer and Midleton College on the high scoring hockey astro pitch in a T20 challenge match.

Munster Cricket appoint Administration Officer

Following completion of a detailed recruitment process, Munster Cricket are delighted to announce the appointment of Kevin Galvin as part time Administration Officer.

Round 1 run-fests open Premier Division campaign

Munster Cricket's Premier Division (formerly Division 1) got off to a high scoring start with all three games amassing more than 1,450 runs scored.

Tralee CBS retain Kerry Schools Cricket Cup title

Following completion of a detailed recruitment process, Munster Cricket are delighted to announce the appointment of Kevin Galvin as part time Administration Officer for the coming season.

First weekend of U14 T20 League completed

The Manor fields in Adare staged the first round of the Munster Cricket U14 T20 League when hosts Limerick took on Cork Harlequins in a keenly contested encounter.

Job: Administrative Assistant for Munster Cricket

Munster Cricket wish to appoint an Administrative Assistant to help it in running its adult and youth cricket activities for the 2016 cricket season.

Scoring & Umpiring courses to improve standards

A two part Cricket Scoring course aimed at raising the standard of in Munster will take place over the course of the next two Tuesday's with coaches Kevin and Ger O'Sullivan of the MCUSA.

Munster Cricket Spring Update

With the weather finally starting to improve, we can start to look forward to a busy and competitive cricket season in 2016.

Vacancies at Cricket Ireland

Two key vacancies within Cricket Ireland have arisen recently with roles for a Marketing Manager and Women’s National Selector.

2016 Munster Cup Draws

With the new season fast approaching, the Munster Cricket Committee has completed the draws for the 2016 Senior, Junior and Minor Cups.

The Slog Sweep to record WT20 podcast at The Mardyke

The popular weekly podcast The Slog Sweep will be recording an exclusive visual podcast live at the Mardyke on Friday, 11th March.

Munster Umpires attend Annual IACUS Conference

Three MCU Umpires namely, Michael Hickey, Carl Ashley and Gerard O'Sullivan make the long journey to Monaghan on Saturday, 21st February, for the Annual IACUS National Conference and A.G.M.

2016 Munster Cricket Executive appointed at AGM

The 2016 Munster Cricket Union AGM took place on Sunday, 17th January, at the Rochestown Park Hotel which saw a review of the cricketing activities at all levels in Munster both on and off the field.

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