Ireland all-rounder Jordan Neill says his injury setbacks have left him hungrier than ever as he targets a comeback in Namibia.
Namibia is about to host a comeback story. Ireland all-rounder Jordan Neill is heading to southern Africa for a one-day series, and he arrives with a point to prove after a frustrating spell of injuries.
Neill says those setbacks have changed his mindset. In his own words, he is "hungrier to come back harder". Time on the sidelines has sharpened his focus rather than dulled his appetite for the game.
For a bowling all-rounder, the tour is a chance to show what he can do with ball and bat in international colours. A one-day series gives him the opportunity to rebuild rhythm and push his case in a format that rewards all-round contributions.
The tour also puts Namibia in the spotlight. The southern African nation has been making a name for itself on the global cricket stage, and hosting a European side gives local fans a chance to watch international cricket on home soil. Ireland and Namibia have plenty to play for, and Neill's return adds another storyline to follow.
