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15 hours ago
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'Your contribution to Irish society is immense': Former Ireland cricketer speaks out after rise in racist attacks on Indians
Former Ireland cricketer Kevin O'Brien has condemned the rise in racist attacks against Indians in Ireland, calling the incidents 'deeply saddening.' He has sent a message of solidarity after a series of assaults on Indians, including the attack on a six-year-old girl. Former Ireland cricket star Kevin O'Brien has spoken out strongly against the recent rise in racist attacks targeting Indians in Ireland. His comments came after an Indian man was attacked by three teenagers last Sunday evening in Fairview Park, Dublin. There has been a rapid increase in the instances of physical attacks on Indians in Ireland in the past few weeks. Kevin O'Brien condemns racist attacks on Indians In a video message posted on X, Kevin O'Brien said he was 'deeply saddened' by the hateful acts. O'Brien, who has not played international cricket since 2022, also sent a message of solidarity to Indians living in Ireland. 'I want to say how deeply saddened I am by the recent racist and hateful acts against Indians in Ireland. These attacks do not represent who we are as a people. India and its people hold a very special place in my heart,' O'Brien said in a video posted by him on X. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'I want to reiterate to the Indian community that Ireland is your home too. Your contribution to Irish society is immense, and we deeply value everything you do. Please remember that the bond between our countries will remain unshaken by the actions of a small few,' he added. Earlier this month, a six-year-old girl was attacked by a gang of boys outside her home while she was playing in the evening. She was kicked, punched, and hit in her private areas by those boys and asked to go back to India. In another incident, an Indian chef was assaulted by three people on his way to work. Meanwhile, the latest incident has created fear and concern among the community.
NDTV
2 days ago
- Sport
- NDTV
Ireland Great Condemns Racially-Motivated Attacks On Indians, Shares Heartfelt Message
Former 'Green and Whites' cricketer Kevin O'Brien has condemned the concerning increase in racially-motivated attacks on Indians in Ireland. Ireland has witnessed a sudden spike in racist, and other hate-filled attacks against the Indians over the past few years. Currently, Ireland has a 60,000-strong Indian community. An Indian man was attacked last Sunday by a group of teenagers, three to be precise, in the evening around 5:30 pm at the Fairview Park in Dublin. Since then, the Indian embassy in Dublin and Irish President Michael D Higgins have come out in support of the members of the Indian community and called such incidents "despicable". Former Ireland all-rounder Kevin O'Brien has also issued a video message, saying that he has a special place for India in his heart, and that Ireland is their home too. "I want to say how deeply saddened I am by the recent racist and hateful acts against Indians in Ireland. These attacks do not represent who we are as a people. India and its people hold a very special place in my heart," O'Brien said in a video posted by him on X. Please listen!! @KellyinDelhi @IrlEmbIndia — Kevin O'Brien (@KevinOBrien113) August 12, 2025 O'Brien re-iterated the contribution of Indians in shaping the Irish society. "I want to reiterate to the Indian community that Ireland is your home too. Your contribution to Irish society is immense, and we deeply value everything you do," he added. This comes after the Indian man, who was attacked by a group of teenagers on Sunday, said that he planned to go back to India as a result of this incident. He told The Journal that while walking home from the park, one of the teenagers on an electric scooter kicked him in the stomach. Although he tried to walk away, two others started attacking him. He fell on the ground while they continued to kick and punch him. One of the attackers took his metal water bottle and hit him above his eye, which caused a deep gash and resulted in heavy bleeding. The victim said that people did not help him despite being around during the incident. Later on, two boys helped him and called the gardai. Thereafter, he was taken to the hospital where he received eight stitches.
RTÉ News
3 days ago
- Sport
- RTÉ News
Kevin O'Brien takes reins as Westmeath hurling manager
Westmeath have former Under-20 manager Kevin O'Brien as their new senior hurling manager, replacing Seoirse Bulfin, who departed after one season in charge. O'Brien, who sought the senior role at the end of last year, previously guided his native Clonkill to Westmeath SHC titles in 2018 and 2019. He takes charge in the wake of a difficult campaign which saw Westmeath relegated to Division 2 of the Allianz Hurling League, though they did manage to retain their Joe McDonagh Cup status after wins over Down and Kerry. Bulfin, who was part of Clare's 2013 All-Ireland winning backroom team, stepped down from the role in June.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Ex-Irish cricketer condemns racist attacks on Indians: 'Ireland is your home too'
Indian community stages protests in Ireland over racist attack. Former Ireland cricketer Kevin O'Brien has condemned the recent racist attacks against Indians in Ireland through a statement posted on social media platform X. His statement follows Irish President Michael D. Higgins' denunciation of these incidents, highlighting the significant contributions of the Indian community to Irish society. O'Brien expressed deep sadness over the increasing racist attacks targeting the Indian diaspora in Ireland, emphasising the special relationship between Ireland and India. "These attacks do not represent who we are as a people. India and its people hold a very special place in my heart and in the hearts of all my fellow Irish teammates," O'Brien stated in his social media post. The former cricketer further acknowledged the hospitality received by Irish teams in India and extended support to the Indian community in Ireland. "The warmth and love we have received in India has always made us feel at home. I hope this message makes you feel the same and I want to reiterate to the Indian community that Ireland is your home too. Your contribution to Irish society is immense and we deeply value everything you do," he added. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Learn More - How Donating Sperm May Boost Your Income SpellRock Undo Irish President Michael D. Higgins had previously issued a strong statement condemning these attacks through his office. "The recent despicable attacks on members of the Indian community stand in stark contradiction to the values that we as a people hold dear. That any person in Ireland, particularly any young person, should be drawn into such behaviour through manipulation or provocation is to be unequivocally condemned," the president's office statement read. President Higgins also recognised the extensive contributions of the Indian community across various sectors in Ireland. "We are all mindful of the immense contribution this community has made, and continues to make, to so many aspects of Irish life, in medicine, nursing, the caring professions, in cultural life, in business and enterprise, to cite just some. Their presence, their work, their culture, have been a source of enrichment and generosity to our shared life," the president's statement continued. These condemnations from prominent Irish figures come at a time when there has been an increase in reported racist incidents targeting the Indian community in Ireland. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Mint
3 days ago
- Sport
- Mint
Indians racially attacked in Ireland: Ex-Irish cricketer Kevin O'Brien backs victims, says ‘Ireland is your home too'
Former Ireland cricketer Kevin O'Brien came out in public to support the Indian community after the recent racial attacks in the country. Describing the attacks 'hateful', O'Brien condemned the attacks and acknowledged the contributions by the Indians in Ireland and stated that they are "deeply valued". 'I want to say how deeply saddened I am by the recent racist and hateful acts against Indians in Ireland. These attacks do not represent who we are as a people. India and its people hold a very special place in my heart," said the former international, who played 153 ODIs, 110 T20Is and three Tests for Ireland during his career. 'I want to reiterate to the Indian community that Ireland is your home too. Your contribution to Irish society is immense, and we deeply value everything you do," added O'Brien, who roared into limelight with a then fastest ODI World Cup hundred against England in 2011 in India. The video was reposted by the Embassy of Ireland in New Delhi. 'A special message from Irish cricketer @KevinOBrien113. The bond between our countries will remain unshaken by the actions of a small few," read the caption.
