IND vs ENG: Sam Billings to emulate Captain Eoin Morgan

Ahead of the T20I series against India, England batsman Sam Billings said he wanted to emulate his captain Eoin Morgan’s success in limited-overs cricket and added that he wanted to be someone who is difficult to bowl. Billings is part of a 16-man squad that will play a five-match T20I series against India starting on Friday in Ahmedabad. “You look at Eoin Morgan’s numbers over the years and they are absolutely unprecedented. The way he has changed his game and is moving forward. [it] There is something ahead that I really want to emulate and continue. I just want to say that ESPN Cricinfo quoted Billings as saying.

Billings feels he will get a chance to play some big matches if he continues his usual stuff in blue against men.

“If I can force [India’s bowlers] And turn around like I do, again, giving myself the best chance to perform. I know this is going to be a trial because they are world class artists – [India are] One of the best teams under their home conditions. It is going to be tough, but it is a really exciting challenge that I have been waiting for, ”said Billings.

After being a great last year for England, Billings is eyeing a spot in the T20I side before turning his focus to the IPL.

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“Last year was the best year for me at a mile in England, because of that consistency. It started against Ireland and I managed to keep it up. That’s the challenge. I’m really looking forward to the next few months and opportunities. I am excited. Billings said that I am ahead of Delhi also in the IPL. I am as good in a place as I can challenge for a chance, and I just want to prepare myself for a chance. .

“Has it been a dreadful time for everyone, how lucky am I to be in front of me and to look forward? The mentality I’m going with. If I play, I’m brilliant, and I’m a great . A place to do it. If I am not, I have a great opportunity to learn and grow and be a part of it. During lockdown there are a lot of people stuck at home who want to be in my position. I think . It’s a really good, healthy approach, “he said.