RSA Challenge ODI to be screened live on Sky Sports

The RSA Challenge ODI between Ireland and England will take place at Clontarf, Dublin on Thursday August 25. The game will be broadcast live on Sky Sports to record the historic first clash between the teams in Southern Ireland.

Philip Smith, CEO RSA Insurance said:"Having the RSA Challenge live on Sky Sports reaffirms its' position as one of the premier fixtures in the Irish sporting calendar and the success of the RSA Challenge Series grows year on year."

Ireland cricket captain William Porterfield said: "This is a great boost for the game in Ireland. It will give the players and Irish cricket the perfect platform to showcase our talents. With the game certain to be a sell-out, I'm sure there will be a wonderful atmosphere. This extra exposure and publicity will be welcome as we look to progress Irish cricket to the next level."

Warren Deutrom, Cricket Ireland CEO said: "There has been unprecedented interest in this year's RSA Challenge, with ticket sales both here and from England very strong - indeed more than 50% of the ground tickets have already been sold. We have also completely sold out the corporate hospitality for the fixture, while sales for the perimeter advertising boards have been excellent."

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