Young cricketer Jai Mundra, who performed brilliantly in the T20 International series against India, has now got a big achievement. He has been included for the first time in the Ireland team announced for the first three matches of the five-match ODI series against Afghanistan.
Sports News: Young cricketer Jai Mundra, who made headlines with his brilliant performance in the T20 International series against India, has now got a big opportunity in his career. The Ireland Cricket Board has announced a 14-man squad for the first three matches of the five-match ODI series against Afghanistan, in which Jai Mundra has been included in the ODI team for the first time.
Jai Mundra recently caught the attention of the cricket world with his performance in the T20 International series against India. Now he is ready to prove his talent in the 50 over format also. The Irish team hopes that the young players can prove their usefulness in ODI cricket also.
Got reward after protesting against India
Jai Mundra’s selection in the team is considered to be the result of his recent performance. In the T20 series against India, he impressed with his batting and understanding of the game. Seeing his potential, the Ireland selectors have decided to give him a chance in the ODI format as well. Apart from Jai, Ben Calitz has also been included in the team.
Both players have played T20 International cricket, but have not yet made their debut in ODI cricket. The series against Afghanistan can become a platform for the start of international ODI career for both these players.
Paul Sterling returns to the team
Ireland will be boosted by the return of captain Paul Stirling for the ODI series against Afghanistan. Due to injury, he could not be a part of the T20 International series played against India. Sterling’s return will provide experience to the team’s top order. Ireland’s batting also has experienced players like Andrew Balbirnie, Harry Tector and Lorcan Tucker, who will provide balance to the team.
Byron McDonough also got a chance for the first time
Ireland has also included young fast bowler Byron McDonough in the national team for the first time. The 24-year-old medium pacer has performed brilliantly in domestic cricket. Recently, he played a key role in Leinster Lightning’s title win in the Inter-Provincial Limited Overs Cup. In the tournament, he took eight wickets in five matches.
McDonough has so far taken 15 wickets in nine List-A matches. The selectors hope that he can make an impact with his bowling at the international level as well.
Selectors expressed confidence
Ireland’s national selectors Andrew White has praised the ability of Jai Mundra and Byron McDonough. He said that both the players have different types of talents and the team is hopeful that they will make important contributions throughout the series. He also stressed the strategy of giving opportunities to young players and said that the addition of new players to the team is a positive sign for the future of Irish cricket.
Like the T20 series against India, Ireland will also be missing some key players in the ODI matches against Afghanistan. Josh Little, Matt Hallard, Craig Young, Barry McCarthy, Jordan Neal and David Delaney were not available for selection due to injury or recovery process. The Ireland Cricket Board said that the team for the last two ODI matches of the series will be selected after reviewing the fitness status of the players.
ireland team
Paul Stirling (captain), Mark Adair, Andrew Balbirnie, Ben Calitz, Curtis Campher, Kade Carmichael, George Dockrell, Gavin Hoey, Andrew McBrine, Liam McCarthy, Byron McDonough, Jai Mundra, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker.
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