Full Name: Paul Robert Stirling

Born: September 03, 1990, Belfast, Northern Ireland

Age: 35 years

Batting Style: Right-hand Bat

Bowling Style: Right-arm Offbreak

Playing Role: Opening Batter (Captain)

Player Overview: Paul Stirling is one of Ireland’s most accomplished and aggressive opening batters in limited-overs cricket. Known for his powerful strokeplay and fearless approach, he consistently attacks during the powerplay, putting opposition bowlers under immediate pressure. Stirling combines brute strength with sharp cricketing awareness, enabling him to dominate pace and spin alike. In T20 cricket, he thrives on momentum-building starts and can accelerate rapidly once set. As captain, he brings vast international experience, leading with confidence and clarity. His leadership emphasizes attacking intent, strong fielding standards, and competitive resilience, making him a cornerstone of Ireland’s T20 setup.