Cricket Ireland

Cricket Ireland have handed former international Ed Joyce a new role as high performance batting coach, with his remit centred on the men's senior side and the male talent pathway.

Jonathan Trott has signed up for a short-term consultancy role with Cricket Ireland, with his expertise on Afghanistan set to prove invaluable ahead of a crucial ODI series next month.

Cricket Ireland chief executive Sarah Keane has described potential inclusion in the World Test Championship as both an exciting opportunity and a significant challenge, with key discussions set to take place at the ICC's annual general meeting in Edinburgh.

Gary Wilson has been appointed Ireland's men's head coach, stepping into the role vacated by Heinrich Malan just hours after Ireland sealed a stunning T20 series victory over India.