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Boyd Rankin is a tall, fast bowler known for his bounce and pace, making him one of Ireland’s most successful pacers. Standing over two meters tall, Rankin used his height to generate steep bounce, troubling batters across formats. He debuted for Ireland in 2007 and later played for England in the 2013–14 Ashes before returning to represent Ireland after they gained Test status. Rankin was part of Ireland’s first-ever Test match and took their first Test wicket. His international experience with both countries gave him a unique perspective and brought valuable depth to Ireland’s bowling attack. Now retired, Rankin is remembered as a key figure in Irish cricket’s rise to full-member status. Standing at over 6 feet 7 inches, his height allows him to extract extra bounce, making him particularly effective in Test and ODI formats. Rankin was part of Ireland’s historic Test debut and has been instrumental in many crucial matches. Beyond his bowling, he is a steady lower-order batsman and a valuable team player. After a brief stint with England, he returned to represent Ireland with renewed commitment, bringing experience and leadership to the squad.