South African all-rounder Donovan Ferreira has said that he is ready to face players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in the 2023 edition of the Indian Premier League. Ferreira was bought by Rajasthan Royals for the next season of the tournament as well. While speaking with Sportskeeda, Ferreira said that he was quite happy to get the opportunity to represent Rajasthan Royals, adding that it’s a great opportunity for him to play against the players like Rohit and Kohli.

“I was quite amazed that I got the opportunity to represent the Rajasthan Royals. It was obviously unexpected. It is an awesome opportunity for me to grow among the army of great Indian players like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and guys in my team like Sanju Samson,” said Donovan Ferreira.

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The 24-year-old youngster also said that he is really excited to be part of Rajasthan Royals and he can’t wait to start his journey in the Indian Premier League. He also added that selection will not be in his control but he will give his all in training, stating that he is ready to grab any opportunity he will get.

Ridiculous batting from Donovan Ferreira.pic.twitter.com/tlt094JMeb

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) January 11, 2023

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“It is going to be amazing to play with the overseas players in my team and work with the coaching staff and learn how to adapt to different conditions to grow as a player. It really excites me and I can’t wait to start my journey over there. With regards to opportunity, I really like to stay in the moment because selection is our of my control. I want to give my all in training and try and gain as much information as possible from the coaches and the other senior players and then if I get the opportunity then try and take it with both hands and dominate so that I can take my team over the line,” concluded Donovan Ferreira.