Instonians Cricket

Last but not least, thank you, Nikolai! After 13 incredible years at Shaw’s Bridge, we say farewell to Nikolai Smith. Two Premier League titles under his leadership and a lasting impact on the development of countless cricketers. Thank you for everything, Nikolai! 👏

Thank you, Pebbles! A huge thank you to Neil Rock as he moves on to a new opportunity. Since joining in 2024, Pebbles played a key role in our Premier League and All-Ireland T20 triumphs, including an unforgettable century in the T20 final. Wishing you every success! 👏

We would like to thank Shane Dadswell for his contribution to Instonians. Shane has been a key part of two PL winning teams and the All-Ireland T20 success. The club wishes him well and hopes to see him playing for Ireland from 2028 when he finishes his qualification period.

Indoor training is back! 📅 Every Thursday from 5 November – 10 December 📍 RBAI Sports Hall 8-12 year olds: 6.30pm – 7.45pm 13-17 year olds: 7.45pm – 9.00pm £70 for the six-week block Sign up: club.spond.com/landing/cours… We look forward to seeing everyone there!

Instonians Cricket Club is saddened to hear of the passing of Bryan Milford. Our thoughts are with Bryan’s family, friends and everyone at Cooke Collegians. RIP Bryan.

With promotion confirmed, the 2XI face CI tomorrow in their final league match of the season 🎆

Huge congratulations to Matilda McCartney, who was selected for Cricket Ireland's U16 Girls Challenge series held this past week at Holywood Cricket Club! Matilda performed brilliantly across the week and finished the fixtures as the leading run scorer in the series. Well done!

Like a fine wine 🍷 Andrew White scored his first 100 at Shaw’s Bridge to send the 1XI to victory over Lisburn yesterday 💥

Business End of the Season 💼

David Agnew impressed for Ireland U15s today, taking 3-29 and top scoring with 29 in a 29-run defeat to Scotland ☘️ Ireland still lead the series 2-1, with the final T20 tomorrow at Upritchard Park, Bangor.

This evening, an Instonians Select XI faced English touring side, The Apricots 🏏 A fantastic game of cricket played in great spirit. The Apricots came away with the narrow win. Pizzas and beers to end the night 🍻

Only one game of cricket matters tomorrow. Your Instonians side for the Challenge Cup Final at Stormont 🏆

The team is ready! Action is underway 🏏 The Women’s Challenge Cup Final at Stormont! Follow along on NV Play

In 2016, our Women’s team played their first ever game of cricket, umpired by ‘Paddy’ Dolaghan 🏏 10 years later, they will play in the final of the Challenge Cup 👏 The final takes place this Sunday at Stormont at 11am!

Cade Carmichael hit 91 to send the 1XI to the final of the Gallagher Challenge Cup 🎆 Murray Power presented Cade with his Player of the Match award!

We were delighted so welcome back @IrishWomensCric International and Instonian Amy Hunter down to coach some wicketkeepers in our women’s section Thank you Amy for taking time out of your busy schedule to help the girls develop. It is always great to have you 🙌

Cup Semi Final Weekend 🏏