Kevin O'Brien, the former Ireland all-rounder, has publicly backed the Indian victims who underwent racial backlash from the Irish citizens. Brien took to his X handle and posted a video condemning the behavior of his fellow Irish. Brien, who had the record of the fastest century in the 2011 World Cup in Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium, had further acknowledged India's contribution for Ireland, calling the country their homeland too. In the video, Brien said, “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." He added, “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 listen!! 🇮🇪🇮🇳☘️ @KellyinDelhi @IrlEmbIndia pic.twitter.com/QnTEY5ZIVn — Kevin O'Brien (@KevinOBrien113) August 12, 2025 The video was lated reposted by the Embassy of Ireland in New Delhi with a caption saying, “A special message from Irish cricketer @KevinOBrien113. The bond between our countries will remain unshaken by the actions of a small few." Read also: Fans Go Wild as Dewald Brevis Hits 2nd Fastest T20I Century for South Africa Indians attacked by Ireland natives; Indian Embassy issued precaution notice The Indians have not only been verbally threatened but have been brutally tormented. One of the cases that has spurred a nationwide protest in Ireland was when an Indian man was stabbed, stripped and left bleeding for an hour in Dublin's Tallaght in mid-July. Following that, dwellers from different countries, like India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and even Ireland, made a mass protest demanding justice. Meanwhile, the Embassy in India issued a security advisory asking Indian to not visit deserted areas alone, and take precautions for personal safety. Recently, President Michael D. Higgins has called recent attacks on Indians in Ireland “despicable” and said they “diminish all of us.” The Ireland India Council cancelled the India Day festival in Dublin over safety concerns following these assaults. Archbishop Dermot Farrell also condemned the attacks as “utterly despicable” and urged action against racial hatred. Tánaiste Simon Harris called the violence unacceptable, acknowledging the Indian community’s vital contribution to Irish society.