'Paul Stirling is a world-class operator - we don't appreciate him as much as we should'

Stirling, hit a century against England in the famous win in Southampton last year and carried that form into 2021. Ireland captain Andrew Balbirnie says he doesn't get the credit he deserves

Paul Stirling of Ireland in action against England in the third One Day International where he led his side to a famous win. Picture: Mike Hewitt

In Paul Stirling, Ireland have one of the best cricketers in the world - although he doesn’t get the recognition he deserves on these shores, according to his international captain.

Stirling, hit a century against England in the famous win in Southampton last year before hitting triple figures against UAE and twice in defeats to Afghanistan already in 2021. This impeccable form saw him nominated for the ICC World Player of the Month for January.