 We played a perfect game: Johnston
16th Apr 2007 13:57 IST
Agencies
Ireland skipper Trent Johnston said his team played a "perfect game" to romp to victory against Bangladesh in a Super Eight clash of the World Cup.
Johnston, who played a cameo innings of 30 runs from 23 balls and captured two important Bangladeshi wickets, expressed satisfaction over his team's performance after their defeat to Australia.
"We more or less played a perfect game today and are happy to come out on top," the Irish skipper, who is known for his chicken dance on the field, said after their win in Bridgetown on Sunday.
Showering praise on William Porterfield, who was adjudged the man of the match, Johnston said the left-handed opener set the stage for their win.
"Porterfield set the foundation and we tried to put up a competitive score and did it," he said.
Looking forward to the next match against the powerful Sri Lankan side, Johnston said Ireland would give their best in the honour of their outgoing South African coach Adrian Birrell.
"That's a big game, the last game for our coach. Hopefully we can do it again. We will work hard against Sri Lanka," he said.
continued.. |
