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Rajasthan-born pacer Moondra to debut for Ireland vs India
24 Jun
Summary
- Jai Moondra, a Rajasthan-born pace all-rounder, earns maiden Ireland call-up.
- He becomes only the second Asian cricketer to play for Ireland.
- Moondra moved to Ireland in 2021 to pursue studies and cricket.
Jai Moondra, a pace all-rounder originally from Tonk, Rajasthan, has been selected for the Ireland men's cricket team. This marks his debut call-up for the upcoming two-T20I series against India. Moondra's selection makes him only the second cricketer of Asian descent to represent Ireland, following Simi Singh.
After developing his early cricketing skills in India, Moondra's journey took a significant turn when he moved to Ireland in 2021. He relocated to Dublin to pursue a Master's degree in Electronics and Communication while simultaneously advancing his cricket career. His dedication led him to join Leinster Cricket Club and successfully establish himself within Ireland's domestic cricket scene.
A notable achievement in his career was being part of the Leinster team that secured victory in the prestigious Irish Senior Cup in 2023. Moondra approaches cricket as a rigorous test of skill and mentality, thriving under pressure and constantly seeking improvement. He aims to employ strategic bowling to create discomfort for batters and force errors, utilizing his left-arm angle and variations effectively.
