Barry John McCarthy (born 13 September 1992) is an Irish cricketer who plays for the Ireland cricket team. A right-arm medium pace bowler who bats right handed, he made his first-class debut in 2015 and previously represented the English county side Durham.
Key facts
| Full name | Barry John McCarthy |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | 13 September 1992 |
| Nationality | Irish |
| Role | Bowler |
| Bowling | Right-arm medium pace |
| Batting | Right-handed |
| First-class debut | 2015 |
| Domestic side (former) | Durham |
| National side | Ireland |
Background
McCarthy is part of a cricketing family. His sister, Louise McCarthy, is an international cricketer for Ireland Women.
Career
McCarthy began his senior cricket career in 2015, making his first-class debut that year. He played for Durham in English domestic cricket before continuing his career primarily with Ireland. As a right-arm medium pacer, he has been part of Ireland's bowling attack across formats.
Central contract
In January 2020, McCarthy was one of nineteen players awarded a central contract by Cricket Ireland. This marked the first year in which all such contracts were awarded on a full-time basis, a notable step in the professionalisation of Irish cricket.
Significance
McCarthy's selection among the first cohort of fully professional centrally contracted Ireland players reflects the country's transition into Test-playing status and the formalisation of its men's cricketing structure.
Related topics
- Ireland cricket team
- Cricket Ireland
- Durham County Cricket Club
- Ireland women's cricket team
- Louise McCarthy
References
- Barry McCarthy — English Wikipedia
- Wikidata item:
Q21062028