Background
He was born at Dublin and was educated at Saint Andrew"s College.
He was born at Dublin and was educated at Saint Andrew"s College.
Balbirnie is right-handed batsman who fields as a wicket-keeper. Balbirnie has represented Ireland at U-19 level, playing nine Youth One Day International"son In 2009, he was part of Ireland"s Under-19 World Cup Qualifier winning squad.
During the tournament, he made his List A debut for Ireland, in what was also his debut One Day International which came against Scotland.
He played three further One Day International"s during the tournament. He made his Twenty20 International debut against Scotland on 19 June 2015, although no play was possible due to rain.
He was later a member of Ireland"s 2010 Interstate Commerce Commission World Cricket League Division One winning team