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[VIDEOS] Paul Stirling - the legendary Irish batter

By far the best limited overs batsmen playing for a non-test playing nation.
 
His bowling is also very underutilized. He was one of the guys who smashed a prime Ajmal all around the park in 2013.
 
Now that he is well over 30 and Ireland doesn't play that often, I can see him being an IU lifer.
 
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-partner="tweetdeck"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">6️⃣6️⃣6️⃣6️⃣6️⃣4️⃣ - 34 from an over!<a href="https://twitter.com/stirlo90?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@stirlo90</a> is a cheat code &#55357;&#56882; <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Blast22?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Blast22</a> <a href="https://t.co/Sy7ByS4wwm">pic.twitter.com/Sy7ByS4wwm</a></p>— Vitality Blast (@VitalityBlast) <a href="https://twitter.com/VitalityBlast/status/1529909054931357702?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 26, 2022</a></blockquote>
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^ why did this brainless bowler not go around the wicket!!!

Good solid hitting though.
 
Speaking to a TV channel:

“I really enjoyed my time in PSL. Twice, I was there with Islamabad United and had a very good time on both occasions. Loved the place and love the hospitality, so hopefully, I will get back over there again"

“I appreciate all their (Islamabad United fans) support they were brilliant. I’ve really felt the sort of a family vibe with Islamabad fans. I’m hoping to join them (fans) sometime in the future"

“I know how good a cricketer he (Shadab Khan) is in all three facets of the game and his leadership as well. He’s a great overseas signing for Yorkshire. Hopefully, he won’t do well against us"

“Lovely pitch and a great ground to score some runs on. You walk to every game individually and try to do your plans. It came off today as my innings. It was my night and was a fantastic win at the end"

“It’s just the first game and there are so many more games to come. I think we will assess the situation more in a couple of weeks’ time and see where we are after six games and see if we are still in the same position"
 
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-partner="tweetdeck"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Stirling is getting going &#55357;&#56485; <br><br>Watch him here: <a href="https://t.co/sQyIEaaeqi">https://t.co/sQyIEaaeqi</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Blast22?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Blast22</a> <a href="https://t.co/tpmwlofvwz">pic.twitter.com/tpmwlofvwz</a></p>— Vitality Blast (@VitalityBlast) <a href="https://twitter.com/VitalityBlast/status/1532385607355359232?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 2, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-partner="tweetdeck"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Paul Stirling sends Moeen Ali into the stands &#55357;&#56613;<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Blast22?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Blast22</a> <a href="https://t.co/bnXA4IVj2G">pic.twitter.com/bnXA4IVj2G</a></p>— Vitality Blast (@VitalityBlast) <a href="https://twitter.com/VitalityBlast/status/1532741466648363010?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 3, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">SHOT, <a href="https://twitter.com/stirlo90?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@stirlo90</a> 😍<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Blast22?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Blast22</a> <a href="https://t.co/5TP2iSqm2u">pic.twitter.com/5TP2iSqm2u</a></p>— Vitality Blast (@VitalityBlast) <a href="https://twitter.com/VitalityBlast/status/1539687789507256325?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 22, 2022</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
 
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A brilliant 77 (41) to help thrash Bangladesh in front of their home crowd.
 
A maiden Test match century for Paul Stirling! Brought up in fitting style with a six in the ongoing 2nd Test against SL
 
MenInG said:
A maiden Test match century for Paul Stirling! Brought up in fitting style with a six in the ongoing 2nd Test against SL
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Eventually out for 103 - A match-winning innings it can easily be.
 
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-partner="tweetdeck"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Today’s Player of the Match for his phenomenal 162 off 134 balls was Paul Stirling 👏👏👏<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BackingGreen?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BackingGreen</a> ☘️🏏 <a href="https://twitter.com/cricketworldcup?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@cricketworldcup</a> <br>📸 <a href="https://twitter.com/GettyImages?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GettyImages</a> <a href="https://t.co/C4tQm9NMV8">pic.twitter.com/C4tQm9NMV8</a></p>— Cricket Ireland (@cricketireland) <a href="https://twitter.com/cricketireland/status/1673707120640786432?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 27, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Paul Stirling's half-century has kept Ireland in the driving seat on day 2 of the one-off Test between Afghanistan and Ireland. He departed after scoring a gritty innings of 52 (89).

Paul has hit 16 centuries and (now) 52 half-centuries for Ireland across all formats.

His 103 v Sri Lanka is his highest Test score.
 
Paul Stirling has one of the lowest average against India in T20Is

Lowest average against India in T20Is (50+ runs)

7.6 – Shahid Afridi
8.1 – Jason Holder
9.1 – Chris Jordan
9.3 – Paul Stirling

Hopefully, he can score big today against India.
 

Paul Stirling Joins Foxes On Short-Term T20 Deal​


The Belfast-born opener has initially joined the Foxes for two matches as cover for Peter Handscomb – who injured his shoulder whilst fielding at Sussex – but the deal is able to be extended on a game-by-game basis depending on Handscomb’s recovery.

A seasoned T20 performer, Stirling has made 395 appearances in the format – scoring 8,492 runs at an average of 25.27 – while he has also picked up 77 wickets at 28.03 with his off-spin.

Known for his brutal ball striking, the 33-year-old possesses a strike rate of 141.01, hitting three T20 centuries – including two in the Vitality Blast during stints with Middlesex and Birmingham Bears.

Stirling also has an international T20 hundred to his name, made for Ireland against Zimbabwe in September 2021. In total, he has 3,601 runs at 27.07 in T20Is since his debut as an 18-year-old in 2009.

Upon joining the Foxes, Stirling said: “I’m really looking forward to getting out there. We’ve got two huge games coming up, and with the way the table’s shaping up we’re in a great position.

“Hopefully we can get a win or two more and put ourselves in strong contention for a home quarter-final.”

Director of Cricket, Claude Henderson, said: “Paul holds immense county and international experience, which will be a huge benefit to our team at an important stage of the competition.

“He offers the ability to score quick runs at the top of the order, as well as take wickets, and we’re excited to add him to our squad.”

Stirling is line to make his debut on Friday against Notts Outlaws alongside fellow overseas signing Jimmy Neesham, while the pair will be in contention for their home debut on Saturday evening against fellow East Midlands rivals Derbyshire Falcons.

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Paul Stirling has made history by becoming the first Irish cricketer to score over 10,000 international runs

He reached the milestone during the first ODI against West Indies in Dublin. After first ODI, he now has 10,017 runs across formats, including 16 centuries and 57 fifties, a strike rate of 98.10, and an average of 32.31. Since debuting in 2008, Stirling has been a consistent force at the top of Ireland’s batting order and now stands alone as the most prolific run-scorer in the country's cricket history.
 
It’s indeed commendable, outstanding even, that a player has got to 10k international runs while playing for Ireland.
 

Stirling steps down as Ireland hunt new T20I captain​

Veteran batter Paul Stirling has decided to step down as the captain of the T20I team as Ireland begin planning for the upcoming Men’s T20 World Cup in 2028.

Stirling was appointed ODI and T20I captain in October 2023 and led Ireland at the recently concluded ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026

Placed in Group B in the tournament held in India and Sri Lanka, Ireland finished fourth of the five teams, managing just three points (one win, one no-result and two losses).

The 35-year-old played just two games before a ligament damage to his knee during Ireland's game against Australia drew curtains on his campaign. Wicketkeeper Lorcan Tucker took the reins in Stirling's absence for the remainder of the tournament.

As stated by Cricket Ireland, Paul Stirling will continue to be a key part of the T20I setup and will carry on as captain in the ODI format.

After stepping down, Stirling said: “It has been a tremendous honour to lead Ireland in this format and something I have been incredibly proud to do. Captaining your country is a privilege that carries great responsibility, and I’m very grateful for the trust and support I have received during my time in the role.

“I would like to thank my teammates, the coaching staff, the wider support staff, and everyone involved with Cricket Ireland for the backing they have shown me throughout. I’m also hugely appreciative of the support from fans who continue to follow and champion this team wherever we play.

“While I will be stepping away from the T20 captaincy, I remain fully committed to the Ireland team and will continue in my role as ODI captain.”

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