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Ireland includes two uncapped players for T20 tournament

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 2:17 PM

Last updated Nov 6, 2026

Ireland includes two uncapped players for T20 tournament

Summary

Ireland has named a 14-player squad for the ICC Emerging Nations Trophy T20 tournament scheduled from November 12-25 in the UAE. The squad features uncapped players Zara Craig and Abbi Harrison, along with recalled all-rounder Lara Maritz, who last played in 2021. Captain Gaby Lewis and vice-captain Amy Hunter lead the team, with Orla Prendergast absent due to Women's Big Bash League commitments. Several players are unavailable, including Rebecca Stokell, who is serving a voluntary suspension, and Christina Coulter Reilly, who is injured. Ireland's first match is against Sri Lanka in Group A.

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•Ireland's squad includes Zara Craig and Abbi Harrison as uncapped players.
•Lara Maritz returns after five years, having last played in 2021.
•Ireland opens against Sri Lanka on November 12.
•The tournament takes place in the UAE from November 12-25.
•Orla Prendergast is missing due to Women's Big Bash League commitments.

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2:17 PMYahoo Sports — Ireland name uncapped duo for T20 tournament

What they're saying

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Ireland name two uncapped players in a 14-strong squad for the Emerging Nations Trophy T20 tournament, with Lara Maritz included after last playing for her country in 2021.
— Yahoo Sports

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