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Thu 05 May 2007Kiwi Ryder makes debut as Ireland return homeCRICKET:Ireland play their first game in Dublin since the World Cup today at Clontarf, armed with an exciting new overseas signing.New Zealander Jesse Ryder, a 22-year-old left handed batsman, has been added to the squad for the remaining six Friends Provident Trophy matches, starting with the match against Gloucestershire. Ireland are allowed to play two overseas professionals under the rules of the competition. South African opening bowler Nanty Hayward made his debut in the match against Somerset on Sunday.