#007 - Andrew Balbirnie - Leading Ireland’s Cricket Revolution

Andrew Balbirnie is an Irish cricketer and former national captain in T20 and One-Day Internationals, and the current Test captain. Growing up just yards from a cricket ground in Sandymount, his love for the game began right on his doorstep.From juggling rugby and cricket in school to moving to London to chase his dream, Andrew’s journey reflects passion, perseverance, and his deep bond with Irish cricket, a sport that’s grown from a small community pursuit into a rising national force.In this episode, Andrew opens up about the realities of captaincy, from tough selection decisions to building trust within the team. He shares what leadership means to him: honesty, humility, and leading by example. Andrew also reflects on the future of Irish cricket and his hopes for the next generation as the game continues to find its place in Ireland’s sporting culture. Find Andrew:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/balbo90/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-balbirnie-1b83812b6/Find Richie:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BehindTheTeamInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/richieobrienx/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@richieobrienxLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richieobrienx/