Ireland announce squad to face Netherlands

Kyle McCallan has been named captain in the absence of William Porterfield, as wicket-keeper Gary Wilson is the only county based player available. Ryan Haire (holiday), Trent Johnston (work commitments), and Phil Eaglestone (injury) are also unavailable. Alex Cusack and Kevin O'Brien return from injury, while leg spinner Greg Thompson is also included. The squad for the 4 day game from July 9-12 in Rotterdam is as follows: K McCallan (Captain) (Waringstown) A Botha (North County) P Connell (North Down) A Cusack (Clontarf) T Fourie (Railway Union) G Kidd (Waringstown) K O' Brien (Railway Union) A Poynter (Clontarf) P Stirling (Cliftonville) R Strydom (N County) G Thompson (Lisburn) A White (Instonians) G Wilson... [read full story]