Bell wary of threat from Ireland

2011-03-01 11:02:59

Ian Bell says England's mindset for Wednesday's World Cup Group B tie against Ireland will be the same as if they were playing India.

England's remarkable match against India ended in a tie on Sunday but Bell believes his team-mates will have to improve to avoid a shock defeat.

"This Irish team has guys who are respected in domestic cricket," Bell told the BBC's Jonathan Agnew.

"We'll turn up like we're playing India and make sure we do the basics right."

The Ireland squad includes Bell's Warwickshire team-mate Boyd Rankin, who conceded almost seven runs per over in the defeat by Bangladesh in Mirpur.

The England batsman said his county colleague was capable of much better performances.

"I think Boyd has got a lot of ability and he is someone who could go quite a long way in this game," the 28-year-old added.

"I have seen him bowl some fantastic spells at good pace and with really good bounce.

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