MCU Match Previews Week 15

Here are match previews for Week 15 of the Munster Cricket Union (MCU) competitions, as the season builds momentum across divisions and formats.

MCU Week 15 Match Previews

Friday, 25th July

Cork Harlequins CC U13 XI vs Lismore Cricket Club Lismore U13 XI

• Competition: MCU U13 Superleague – Twenty20 Match
• Venue: Farmers Cross, Cork
• Time: 2:00 PM IST
• Preview: This U13 Superleague T20 match will see Cork Harlequins CC U13 XI host Lismore U13 XI. Both teams will be looking to start their week with a win in this youth competition and set the tone for the weekend.
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Limerick CC U15 XI vs County Galway CC U15 XI

• Competition: MCU U15 League – One Day 30 Overs
• Venue: The Manor Fields Adare, Adare
• Time: 5:00 PM IST
• Preview: Limerick CC U15 XI will take on County Galway CC U15 XI in a 30-over league encounter. Limerick U15s won their last match, but County Galway U15s are coming off a loss to Cork Harlequins. Both teams will be eager to secure a victory and improve their standing.
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Cork Harlequins CC U17 XI vs Cork County CC U17

• Competition: MCU U17 League – Twenty20 Match
• Venue: Farmers Cross, Cork
• Time: 6:00 PM IST
• Preview: A local derby in the U17 League as Cork Harlequins CC U17 XI face Cork County CC U17. Cork Harlequins U17 XI recently defeated Cork County U17 by 60 runs. Cork County will be looking for revenge and a stronger performance. T20 format promises an exciting and fast-paced game.
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Saturday, 26th July

Limerick CC U13 XI vs Cork Harlequins CC U13 XI

• Competition: MCU U13 League – One Day 30 Overs
• Venue: The Manor Fields Adare, Adare
• Time: 10:00 AM IST
• Preview: Limerick CC U13 XI will host Cork Harlequins CC U13 XI in a 30-over league match. Limerick U13s are coming off a 30-run victory over Cork County CC U13B TIGERS. This early Saturday fixture provides a good opportunity for both young teams to showcase their developing skills.
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County Galway CC U15 XI vs Limerick CC U15 XI

• Competition: MCU U15 Superleague – Twenty20 Match
• Venue: Lydican (MC), Galway
• Time: 10:00 AM IST
• Preview: In the U15 Superleague T20, County Galway CC U15 XI will play host to Limerick CC U15 XI. Both teams will be looking to gain an advantage in the Superleague after their previous encounters. This will be a quickfire game, with both sides aiming to dominate from the outset.
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Lismore Cricket Club Lismore U13 XI vs Cork County CC U13 XI

• Competition: MCU U13 Superleague – Twenty20 Match
• Venue: Castlelands Cricket Ground, Lismore, Waterford
• Time: 10:00 AM IST
• Preview: Lismore U13 XI will welcome Cork County CC U13 XI for an U13 Superleague T20 match. A good performance here could significantly boost either team’s position in the Superleague.
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Clare CC 1st XI vs Cork County CC 2nd XI

• Competition: MCU Junior Cup – One Day 45 Overs
• Venue: Ballycasey Clare Oval, Shannon
• Time: 11:00 AM IST
• Preview: This Junior Cup clash sees Clare CC 1st XI host Cork County CC 2nd XI. Clare CC 1st XI recently secured a 118 run victory over Co. Kerry 2nd XI. Cork County CC 2nd XI is coming off a 4-wicket victory over Limerick Blasters CC 1st XI. Both teams will be looking to progress in the cup competition, making this a high-stakes 45-over encounter.
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United Cricket Clonmel 2nd XI vs Cork Harlequins CC 4th XI

• Competition: MCU Division 3 A – One Day 40 Overs
• Venue: Lisronagh Castle Grounds, Clonmel, Tipperary
• Time: 11:00 AM IST
• Preview: United Cricket Clonmel 2nd XI’s last match against Cork Harlequins was rained off, so both teams will be doubly eager to take the field and chase a welcome victory. They will host Cork Harlequins CC 4th XI, who recently lost a close match to Cork County CC 4th XI despite Z Baramatiwala’s heroic 172. This Division 3A match promises to be a high-scoring affair.
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Kerry CC 5th XI vs Midleton CC 4th XI

• Competition: MCU Division 3 B – One Day 40 Overs
• Venue: Oyster Oval, Tralee
• Time: 11:00 AM IST
• Preview: Kerry CC 5th XI will take on Midleton CC 4th XI in a Division 3B 40-over fixture. Midleton is coming off a thrilling 1-run victory over Limerick CC 4th XI, with Dean Wilson starring with both bat (66) and ball (2 wickets). Both teams will be aiming to put in a solid performance and secure a valuable win in the league.
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Midleton CC 3rd XI vs Limerick Blasters CC 3rd XI

• Competition: MCU Division 3 A – One Day 40 Overs
• Venue: Townparks, Midleton
• Time: 11:00 AM IST
• Preview: Midleton CC 3rd XI, coming off a 19-run victory over Nenagh CC 3rd XI with Naveen Kumar Siddotam taking 3 wickets, will host Limerick Blasters CC 3rd XI. Limerick Blasters are coming off a 6-wicket loss to County Kerry CC 4th XI. Midleton will be confident on their home ground.
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Nenagh CC 1st XI vs Midleton CC 2nd XI

• Competition: MCU Junior Cup – One Day 45 Overs
• Venue: Knockshigowna Cricket Grounds, Nenagh
• Time: 11:00 AM IST
• Preview: Nenagh CC 1st XI will face Midleton CC 2nd XI in the Junior Cup. Nenagh CC 1st XI recently defeated Limerick CC 2nd XI by 5 wickets. Midleton is coming off a 4-wicket victory over Waterford & District CC 1st XI, with Andrew Beyrooty scoring an unbeaten 62. Both sides will be keen to advance in the knockout competition, setting up an intense 45-over battle.
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Limerick CC U15 XI vs Cork County CC U15 XI

• Competition: MCU U15 Superleague – Twenty20 Match
• Venue: Lydican (MC), Galway
• Time: 1:30 PM IST
• Preview: Following their morning game, Limerick CC U15 XI will play their second U15 Superleague T20 match of the day against Cork County CC U15 XI. Cork County U15 XI secured a dominant 9-wicket victory over Cork Harlequins U15 XI in their last match, with Adam Kamel scoring an explosive 53*. Limerick will be eager to square the ledger This could be a test of endurance and tactical adaptability for both sides.
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Kerry CC U13 XI vs Cork County CC U13 XI

• Competition: MCU U13 Superleague – Twenty20 Match
• Venue: Castlelands Cricket Ground, Lismore, Waterford
• Time: 1:30 PM IST
• Preview: Kerry CC U13 XI will face Cork County CC U13 XI in an U13 Superleague T20 encounter. Both teams will be looking to perform strongly and gain momentum in the competition.
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County Galway CC U15 XI vs Cork County CC U15 XI

• Competition: MCU U15 Superleague – Twenty20 Match
• Venue: Lydican (MC), Galway
• Time: 5:00 PM IST
• Preview: County Galway CC U15 XI will play their second U15 Superleague T20 match of the day against Cork County CC U15 XI. Cork County U15 XI has had the upper hand in their previous matches, making them the team to beat. This evening fixture could be a decider for positions in the Superleague.
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Lismore Cricket Club Lismore U13 XI vs Kerry CC U13 XI

• Competition: MCU U13 Superleague – Twenty20 Match
• Venue: Castlelands Cricket Ground, Lismore, Waterford
• Time: 5:00 PM IST
• Preview: The final U13 Superleague T20 match of the day at Lismore sees the home side take on Kerry CC U13 XI. Both teams will aim to finish Saturday on a high note.
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Sunday, 27th July

Cork Harlequins CC 3rd XI vs Clare CC 2nd XI

• Competition: MCU Minor Cup – One Day 40 Overs
• Venue: Farmers Cross, Cork
• Time: 10:30 AM IST
• Preview: Cork Harlequins CC 3rd XI, who recently won a bowl-out against Midleton CC 2nd XI after Umer Khan scored 86, will host Clare CC 2nd XI. Clare is coming off a narrow 6-run victory over Waterford Vikings 1st XI, where Johnson Navroop scored 64. This 40-over knockout game will test the depth and resilience of both teams as they vie for a spot in the next round.
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Clare CC 3rd XI vs Cork Harlequins CC 5th XI

• Competition: MCU Division 3 B – One Day 40 Overs
• Venue: Ballycasey Clare Oval, Shannon
• Time: 11:00 AM IST
• Preview: Clare CC 3rd XI, fresh off a dominant 8-wicket victory over Midleton CC 4th XI with Tejas Dagha’s century, will host Cork Harlequins CC 5th XI. Harlequins recently lost to Cork County CC 4th, and are hungry for a win. Clare will be confident on their home ground.
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County Kerry CC 1st XI vs Limerick CC 1st XI

• Competition: MCU Premier Division – One Day 50 Overs
• Venue: Oyster Oval, Tralee
• Time: 11:00 AM IST
• Preview: A significant Premier Division clash sees County Kerry CC 1st XI host Limerick CC 1st XI. County Kerry CC 1st XI is coming off a 4-wicket loss to Cork County CC 1st XI in the Sports Hub Senior Cup, despite Awais Saghir’s 76*. Limerick CC 1st XI also suffered a heavy 153-run (DLS) defeat to Cork County CC 1st XI. Both teams will be eager to secure a win and improve their standing in the top tier of MCU cricket. This 50-over match promises to be a battle of skill and strategy.
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Nenagh CC 4th XI vs Cork County CC 4th XI

• Competition: MCU Division 3 B – One Day 40 Overs
• Venue: Knockshigowna Cricket Grounds, Nenagh
• Time: 11:00 AM IST
• Preview: Nenagh CC 4th XI will take on Cork County CC 4th XI in a Division 3B 40-over match. Cork County is coming off a 3-wicket victory over Cork Harlequins CC 5th XI, Nenagh will need a strong performance to challenge Cork County.
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Cork County CC 1st XI vs County Galway CC 1st XI

• Competition: MCU Premier T20 League – Twenty20 Match
• Venue: The Mardyke, Cork
• Time: 1:00 PM IST
• Preview: This Premier T20 League clash promises to be a high-octane encounter. Cork County CC 1st XI, in strong form having defeated Limerick CC 1st XI by 153 runs (DLS method) last week, will face County Galway CC 1st XI. County Galway CC 1st XI is also in strong form, coming off an 8 wicket victory over UCC in the T20 league. Expect a fiercely contested match between two top teams.
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Limerick CC U15 XI vs Cork Harlequins CC U15 XI

• Competition: MCU U15 League – One Day 30 Overs
• Venue: The Manor Fields Adare, Adare
• Time: 2:00 PM IST
• Preview: Limerick CC U15 XI will play Cork Harlequins CC U15 XI in a 30-over U15 League fixture. This afternoon game provides another chance for these young talents to shine.
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Cork Harlequins CC 1st XI vs County Galway CC 1st XI

• Competition: MCU Premier T20 League – Twenty20 Match
• Venue: Farmers Cross, Cork
• Time: 5:00 PM IST
• Preview: Cork Harlequins CC 1st XI, in excellent form having defeated Limerick Blasters CC 1st XI by 8 wickets recently, will host County Galway CC 1st XI. County Galway CC 1st XI is also in strong form-this Premier T20 League match promises to be a high-quality affair.
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Monday, 28th July

Limerick CC U17 XI vs Cork Harlequins CC U17 XI

Preview: The week concludes with a Monday afternoon U17 League T20 match between Limerick CC U17 XI and Cork Harlequins CC U17 XI. Cork Harlequins U17 XI recently defeated Cork County U17 by 60 runs. Limerick U17 XI will be looking to bounce back after their recent loss. Both teams will aim to cap off Week 15 with a strong performance.

Competition: MCU U17 League – Twenty20 Match

Venue: The Manor Fields Adare, Adare

Time: 1:00 PM IST