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Full name Niall John O'Brien
Born November 8, 1981, Dublin
Current age 30 years 202 days
Major teams Ireland, Ireland Under-19s, Kent, Khulna Royal Bengals, Northamptonshire
Nickname Paddy
Playing role Wicketkeeper batsman
Batting style Left-hand bat
Fielding position Wicketkeeper
Height 5 ft 7 in
Education Marian College Dublin
Relation Father - BA O'Brien, Brother - KJ O'Brien, Sister - CM O'Brien
| Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100 | 50 | 4s | 6s | Ct | St | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| World Cup | 15 | 15 | 1 | 421 | 72 | 30.07 | 645 | 65.27 | 0 | 3 | 34 | 3 | 12 | 1 |
| ODIs | 49 | 49 | 4 | 1198 | 72 | 26.62 | 1760 | 68.06 | 0 | 8 | 106 | 7 | 38 | 7 |
| List A | 138 | 117 | 15 | 2977 | 121 | 29.18 | 3870 | 76.92 | 1 | 20 | 119 | 31 |
| Mat | Inns | Balls | Runs | Wkts | BBI | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR | 4w | 5w | 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| World Cup | 15 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| ODIs | 49 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| List A | 138 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| World Cup span | 2007-2011 |
| ODI debut | Scotland v Ireland at Ayr, Aug 5, 2006 scorecard |
| Last ODI | Ireland v Canada at Dublin, Sep 20, 2011 scorecard |
| List A debut | 2003 |
| Last List A | Northamptonshire v Warwickshire at Northampton, May 27, 2012 scorecard |
Another of the experienced group of cricketers that form a strong core to the Ireland team. Niall O'Brien provides balance to the side being the No. 1 wicketkeeper and a top-order batsman who is capable of opening in the one-day game. In the modern mould of keeper-batsmen he isn't afraid to give the ball a fearful smack while his work behind the stumps is tidy. He is a combative character which has led to a few brushes with authority while playing for both Ireland and Northamptonshire, but when channelled correctly that passion makes him a very handy player although he has yet to score a hundred.
Strengths
The ability to pierce the field during the Powerplay overs
Key stats
World Cup tracker
Averaged 24 during the 2007 tournament after he tailed off in the final three games following consistent displays earlier in the event.
Expert view
"Niall made a name for himself with some outstanding performances at both the 2007 and 2009 World Cups. His innings against Pakistan in 2007 almost single handedly saw Ireland to their most famous victory. Not the shy type, his combative approach to the game ensures that any opposition players know they are in for a tough game. Demands high standards from himself and his team-mates - an important cog in the wheel."- Kyle McCallan, former Ireland allrounder
Andrew McGlashan
Man of the Match
2007
72 v Pakistan, Jamaica
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72 v Pakistan, Jamaica, World Cup 2007
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63 v England, Providence, World Cup 2007
- Wakely and O'Brien lift Northamptonshire (Apr 6, 2012)
- Rankin shows his class to crush USA (Mar 16, 2012)
- No Niall O'Brien for Kenya tour (Jan 25, 2012)
- Ambitions split for O'Brien (Jan 21, 2012)
- O'Brien extends Northants contract (Aug 17, 2011)
Feb 26, 2012
Sean Ervine (far left) is congratulated on dismissing Niall O'Brien
© BPL T20
May 8, 2011
Niall O'Brien hit 61 off 46 balls
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May 5, 2011
Niall O'Brien drives down the ground during his 62
© PA Photos
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