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Here are the latest sports news from BBC News Northern Ireland:

Cricket

• Ireland's cricket team has been boosted by the return of experienced all-rounder Tim Murtagh for the upcoming T20 World Cup qualifiers in the UAE.
• The Irish squad will also include uncapped players like Lorcan Tucker and Graham Hume.

Football

• Linfield have signed midfielder Jordan Stewart from Crusaders for an undisclosed fee.
• Glenavon have appointed former player and coach Gary Hamilton as their new manager.
• The Northern Ireland women's national team has been drawn against England, Austria, and North Macedonia in the 2023 World Cup qualifiers.

Rugby

• Ulster Rugby have signed prop Tom O'Toole from Leicester Tigers on a two-year deal.
• The Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) has announced a new partnership with sports technology company, Gameday.

Golf

• Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy has withdrawn from the PGA Championship due to a rib injury.
• The Irish Open will be held at the Galgorm Castle Golf Club in Ballymena from July 14-17.

Other Sports

• The Belfast Marathon has been cancelled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
• The Northern Ireland Cycling Federation has announced a new initiative to promote cycling in the region.

Please note that the news is subject to change and may not be up-to-date. You can visit the BBC News Northern Ireland website for the latest sports news and updates.