Paul Stirling

Paul Stirling
Nationality: Ireland Republic
Position: Batting Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Date of Birth: 1990-09-03 Age: 34
Bio
Career Stats
Fixtures
Teams

Born on the 3rd of September, 1990, Paul Stirling has carved out a notable career in the cricketing world as a dynamic batting allrounder. Hailing from Belfast, Ireland, his journey with the sport began in the verdant fields of his hometown, where his natural flair with the bat was evident from a young age. Influenced by the cricketing fervour he saw on television and local pitches, Stirling immersed himself in the game, gradually sharpening his skills.

Stirling's professional debut came when he donned the Irish cap as a teenager in 2008, making an indelible mark with his aggressive batting style. He soon became a cornerstone of the Irish cricket team, celebrated for his explosive right-handed batting and his precision as a right-arm offbreak bowler. His prowess was unmistakable as his bat blazed in various tournaments, propelling Ireland onto the global stage, especially during World Cup tournaments.

A highlight of Stirling's career was his performance against England in the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup. Ireland's historic victory, underpinned by Kevin O'Brien’s heroics and Stirling’s crucial contributions, is etched in the annals as one of the sport's remarkable underdog triumphs. This match was a testament to Stirling's ability to deliver under pressure, showcasing his knack for scoring quickly and efficiently, often setting up or steering a chase brilliantly.

Throughout his career, Stirling has amassed numerous accolades, including several centuries in One Day Internationals, positioning him as one of Ireland’s most prolific run-scorers. His rivalry with teams like Afghanistan and Scotland has delivered thrilling contests, where his aggressive strokes and strategic bowling have often turned matches in Ireland's favour.

Stirling’s batting technique is marked by powerful shots through the off side, while his innings are often launched with a flurry of cuts and drives. His bowling, though not primary, adds a crucial dimension to his game, with his offbreaks breaking partnerships at opportune moments.

Away from the tangible records and statistics, perhaps Stirling’s greatest contribution is his role in elevating Ireland’s cricket to a respected status on the world stage. His career is a series of impactful moments and influential performances that not only spotlight his individual brilliance but also enhance the narrative of Irish cricket.

Batting Stats

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 6s 4s
T20I 92 91 4 2295 115 25.22 1739 131.97 1 14 81 262
T20 90 89 2 1719 119 19.31 1237 138.97 1 10 82 182
ODI 71 71 1 2818 162 39.69 3311 85.11 7 16 77 295
T10 40 40 1 698 64 17.45 349 200.00 0 4 53 64
FC 6 12 0 309 103 25.75 547 56.49 1 1 6 36
100-Ball 9 9 1 216 74 24.00 136 158.82 0 2 12 22
4day 1 2 0 45 30 22.50 52 86.54 0 0 0 8

Bowling Stats

Format Mat Inns Wkts Runs Overs Ave Econ Wide NoBall 4w 5w 10w
T20I 13 13 5 156 20 31.20 7.80 6 0 0 0 0
T20 27 23 8 327 36 40.88 9.08 6 1 0 0 0
ODI 35 17 6 358 72.1 59.67 4.97 5 0 0 0 0
T10 3 3 2 33 4 16.50 8.25 1 0 0 0 0
FC 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0
100-Ball 7 7 2 68 8.7 34.00 7.82 1 0 0 0 0
4day 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0

Last updated: 2025-02-25
Ireland tour of Zimbabwe, 3rd T20I, Twenty20 International - February 25, 2025
Zimbabwe
142/6 (18)
Ireland
No result
Ireland tour of Zimbabwe, 2nd T20I, Twenty20 International - February 23, 2025
Zimbabwe
141/7 (19.2)
Ireland
137/8 (20)
Zimbabwe won by 3 wickets (with 4 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Tony Munyonga
Ireland tour of Zimbabwe, 1st T20I, Twenty20 International - February 22, 2025
Zimbabwe
77/5 (9)
Ireland
No result
Ireland tour of Zimbabwe, 3rd ODI, One Day International - February 18, 2025
Zimbabwe
246/1 (39.3)
Ireland
240/6 (50)
Zimbabwe won by 9 wickets (with 63 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Ben Curran
Ireland tour of Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI, One Day International - February 16, 2025
Zimbabwe
245/10 (49)
Ireland
249/4 (48.4)
Ireland won by 6 wickets (with 8 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Curtis Campher
Ireland tour of Zimbabwe, 1st ODI, One Day International - February 14, 2025
Zimbabwe
299/5 (50)
Ireland
250/10 (46)
Zimbabwe won by 49 runs
Player of the Match
Brian Bennett
Ireland tour of Zimbabwe, Only Test, Test Series - February 6, 2025
Zimbabwe
267/10 (86.1) & 228/10 (86.4)
Ireland
260/10 (56.4) & 298/10 (93.3)
Ireland won by 63 runs
Player of the Match
Andy McBrine
Regular Season, 4th Match, Bangladesh Premier League - December 31, 2024
Sylhet Strikers
121/9 (20)
Rangpur Riders
155/6 (20)
Rangpur Riders won by 34 runs
Player of the Match
Nahid Rana
Regular Season, 11th Match, Abu Dhabi T10 League - November 23, 2024
Deccan Gladiators
134/5 (10)
Team Abu Dhabi
128/6 (10)
Deccan Gladiators won by 6 runs
Regular Season, 6th Match, Abu Dhabi T10 League - November 22, 2024
UP Nawabs
51/10 (9.1)
Team Abu Dhabi
54/2 (4.2)
Team Abu Dhabi won by 8 wickets (with 34 balls remaining)

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