The three-match T20I series between Ireland and India are all set to begin on 18 August 2023. The second and third match will take place on 20 and 23 August respectively. All the matches are set to be played in the same venue. Now, ahead of the series, Ireland’s spinner, Ben White claims to defeat any side on their day.
As quoted by BBC, he said: "We can beat anyone on our day - you never know what can happen and you have to believe. Playing against India at home is huge, they're the best team in the world but we are relishing the challenge." After listening to that, fans shared their views on social media.
“Every ball is an event and we have to stay one step ahead of them.” - Ben White
White also shared that he would love to take the wicket of Sanju Samson and would look not to go into the shell. He said: "He's been very good over the last years and they have some very exciting talent in their squad - in truth, I'd be happy with anyone's wicket. They are very good players of spin but I don't think I would be more defensive. I'll just be trying to take wickets and attacking.”
"Everyone's excited and we'll eliminate pressure by playing the way we do. Every ball is an event and we have to stay one step ahead of them. We'll enjoy it - with the big crowd they bring to the ground and the noise they make it should be a great spectacle," Ben White concluded.
White has 21 wickets to his name in 18 T20Is. Meanwhile, senior players have been granted a rest from this series while Jasprit Bumrah has been named as the skipper for the series. After a long gap due to injury, both Bumrah and Prasidh Krishna are set to make a comeback in this series. New players like Rinku Singh have been included also.
Here is how fans have reacted:
present suitation they can beat i will agree
— Shaik Hakim (@urstrulyHakim) August 16, 2023
Now IRELAND😭😭😂
— RISS..🦋(islam_ STAN)🇵🇰❣️ (@ri_islamic) August 16, 2023
There is no doubt Ireland can beat India
— Virat.Kohli (@viratkohli___) August 16, 2023
Best team LOL!🥲
— Sam𝕏 (@ROHITKU67268135) August 17, 2023
Bumrah is the captain 😉
— User45 (@140off113) August 16, 2023
A true sportsman’s attitude – acknowledging the challenge while embracing the chance to excel. ✅
— Shivam Kahar (@ishivamkahar) August 16, 2023
Koi bhi aake challenge karke Jaa Raha ab to Indian cricket team ko 🤕🤕
— Mukesh M (@mukkuseervi02) August 16, 2023
Ab yahi dekhna baaki reh gya tha 😭😭😭
— Mukesh M (@mukkuseervi02) August 16, 2023
Kuch to sharam Karo #IndianCricketTeam 🥱🥱
— Mukesh M (@mukkuseervi02) August 16, 2023