It began on 30 January 1982 , and concluded on 24 April 1982 with the final .
The 1981 -- 82 Irish Cup was the 102nd edition of Northern Ireland 's premier football knock - out cup competition .
Irish Cup began on 30 January 1982 , and concluded on 24 April 1982 with the final .
The 1981 -- 82 Irish Cup was the 102nd edition of Northern Ireland 's premier football knock - out cup competition .