<p>Jos Buttler has been appointed England`s new limited-overs captain following the retirement of Eoin Morgan, the country`s cricket board (ECB) said on Thursday. The 31-year-old, who had been Morgan`s deputy since 2015, has played 151 one-day internationals and 88 Twenty20s for England after making his international debut in 2011.</p>

<p>Morgan retired from international cricket on Tuesday after battling form and fitness issues in recent months.&nbsp;<br />
"Jos has been part of our white-ball set-up for over a decade and was integral in the transformation of the way the team has played its attacking brand of cricket," said Rob Key, managing director of the England men`s team.</p>

<p>"I believe the extra responsibility will take his game to a new level and inspire those around him." Among the most-feared big hitters in the limited-overs game, Buttler has been in devastating form, smashing 248 runs in two innings in the recent 3-0 ODI series rout of the Netherlands.</p>

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<p>He also finished top scorer in the Indian Premier League T20 competition, notching up 863 runs, including four centuries, for the Rajasthan Royals as the franchise made the final. "I would like to offer my sincere thanks and gratitude to Eoin Morgan for his outstanding leadership over the past seven years. It has been the most memorable period for everyone involved," Buttler said in a statement.</p>

<p>The wicketkeeper-batsman has a big void to fill as he sets out to build on Morgan`s impressive legacy. His predecessor led the team to the 50-over World Cup title in 2019 and turned them into a white-ball powerhouse, ending as England`s most successful ODI captain.</p>

<p>"He has been an inspirational leader, and it has been fantastic to play under him. There are lots of things that I have learnt from him that I`ll take into this role," added Buttler. Buttler`s first assignment as skipper will be a three-match T20 series against India starting July 7. His first big test will come in the form of the T20 World Cup in Australia later this year.</p>


Jos Buttler has been appointed England`s new limited-overs captain following the retirement of Eoin Morgan, the country`s cricket board (ECB) said on Thursday. The 31-year-old, who had been Morgan`s deputy since 2015, has played 151 one-day internationals and 88 Twenty20s for England after making his international debut in 2011.

Jos Buttler has been appointed England`s new limited-overs captain following the retirement of Eoin Morgan, the country`s cricket board (ECB) said on Thursday. The 31-year-old, who had been Morgan`s deputy since 2015, has played 151 one-day internationals and 88 Twenty20s for England after making his international debut in 2011. Morgan retired from international cricket on Tuesday after battling form and fitness issues in recent months. "Jos has been part of our white-ball set-up for over a decade and was integral in the transformation of the way the team has played its attacking brand of cricket," said Rob Key, managing director of the England men`s team. "I believe the extra responsibility will take his game to a new level and inspire those around him." Among the most-feared big hitters in the limited-overs game, Buttler has been in devastating form, smashing 248 runs in two innings in the recent 3-0 ODI series rout of the Netherlands. ALSO READ | Stunning numbers of Eoin Morgan, England's white-ball legend He also finished top scorer in the Indian Premier League T20 competition, notching up 863 runs, including four centuries, for the Rajasthan Royals as the franchise made the final. "I would like to offer my sincere thanks and gratitude to Eoin Morgan for his outstanding leadership over the past seven years. It has been the most memorable period for everyone involved," Buttler said in a statement. The wicketkeeper-batsman has a big void to fill as he sets out to build on Morgan`s impressive legacy. His predecessor led the team to the 50-over World Cup title in 2019 and turned them into a white-ball powerhouse, ending as England`s most successful ODI captain. "He has been an inspirational leader, and it has been fantastic to play under him. There are lots of things that I have learnt from him that I`ll take into this role," added Buttler. Buttler`s first assignment as skipper will be a three-match T20 series against India starting July 7. His first big test will come in the form of the T20 World Cup in Australia later this year.

Start of a new era! Jos Buttler replaces Eoin Morgan as England's white-ball captain

Stunning numbers of Eoin Morgan, England's white-ball legend

<p>On Tuesday evening (June 28), Eoin Morgan confirmed his international retirement. The 35-year-old was struggling with form for the past one year and fitness concerns had even raised question marks on his avaliability for England ahead of the 2022 T20 World Cup. Thus, speculations were rife that the swashbuckling left-hander was set to call it quits soon before he himself confirmed all reports.</p>

<p>"To call time on what has been without doubt the most enjoyable and rewarding chapter of my career hasn't been an easy decision, but I believe now is the right time to do so, both for me, personally, and for both England white-ball sides I have led to this point," said Morgan in a statement issued by the England Cricket Board (ECB).</p>

<p>Thus, Morgan has left a huge void in England cricket as the Irish-born cricketer revamped England's white-ball sides and led them to their maiden ODI World Cup title in 2019. Playing under him for a long period, the Three Lions' all-rounder Moeen Ali shed light on the captaincy styles of Morgan and MS Dhoni, who is regarded as one of the best captains in international cricket. Moeen plays for Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL.</p>

<p>"I have played under him (Morgan). I have played under MS Dhoni as well. There is not much difference between both of them in terms of the characteristics - very calm, very loyal to their players. Brilliant captain, brilliant player,” Moeen said in a chat with&nbsp;<em>Sports Today</em>.</p>

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<p>Moeen also credited Morgan's fearless and attacking mindset which has now been adopted by the English Test line-up, under new captain Ben Stokes. "We were horrendous in white ball cricket before that. He changed the mindset of the players. Actually, the way England are playing now in Test cricket, I believe, is actually because of him. He showed that if you have the mindset, you can play fearless cricket, which we are playing now,” added&nbsp;the all-rounder.</p>

<p>Morgan ended his illustrious career, playing for both Ireland and England, with&nbsp;700 runs in Tests and 7,701 and 2,458 runs in ODIs and T20Is, respectively, including 16 tons overall.</p>
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On Tuesday evening (June 28), Eoin Morgan confirmed his international retirement. The 35-year-old was struggling with form for the past one year and fitness concerns had even raised question marks on his avaliability for England ahead of the 2022 T20 World Cup.

On Tuesday evening (June 28), Eoin Morgan confirmed his international retirement. The 35-year-old was struggling with form for the past one year and fitness concerns had even raised question marks on his avaliability for England ahead of the 2022 T20 World Cup. Thus, speculations were rife that the swashbuckling left-hander was set to call it quits soon before he himself confirmed all reports. "To call time on what has been without doubt the most enjoyable and rewarding chapter of my career hasn't been an easy decision, but I believe now is the right time to do so, both for me, personally, and for both England white-ball sides I have led to this point," said Morgan in a statement issued by the England Cricket Board (ECB). Thus, Morgan has left a huge void in England cricket as the Irish-born cricketer revamped England's white-ball sides and led them to their maiden ODI World Cup title in 2019. Playing under him for a long period, the Three Lions' all-rounder Moeen Ali shed light on the captaincy styles of Morgan and MS Dhoni, who is regarded as one of the best captains in international cricket. Moeen plays for Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the IPL. "I have played under him (Morgan). I have played under MS Dhoni as well. There is not much difference between both of them in terms of the characteristics - very calm, very loyal to their players. Brilliant captain, brilliant player,” Moeen said in a chat with Sports Today. ALSO READ | Thank you, Eoin Morgan! Cricket fraternity reacts as England's white-ball captain confirms int'l retirement Moeen also credited Morgan's fearless and attacking mindset which has now been adopted by the English Test line-up, under new captain Ben Stokes. "We were horrendous in white ball cricket before that. He changed the mindset of the players. Actually, the way England are playing now in Test cricket, I believe, is actually because of him. He showed that if you have the mindset, you can play fearless cricket, which we are playing now,” added the all-rounder. Morgan ended his illustrious career, playing for both Ireland and England, with 700 runs in Tests and 7,701 and 2,458 runs in ODIs and T20Is, respectively, including 16 tons overall.

There is not much difference: CSK star opines on captaincy styles of MS Dhoni and Eoin Morgan

<p>It is&nbsp;the end of an era in English cricket as Eoin Morgan confirmed his international retirement on Tuesday (June 28). The ODI World Cup-winning skipper Morgan was expected to remain captain till this year's T20 World Cup, or 2023 50-over showpiece event in India, however, he decided to step aside after a dismal run with the bat for the past year and fitness concerns.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"To call time on what has been without doubt the most enjoyable and rewarding chapter of my career hasn't been an easy decision, but I believe now is the right time to do so, both for me, personally, and for both England white-ball sides I have led to this point," said Morgan in a statement issued by the England Cricket Board (ECB).</p>

<p>Thus, reactions have been pouring in from the cricket fraternity for Morgan, who retires as an absolute legend for England cricket in white-ball formats. The Irish-born swashbuckling left-hander started his career playing for his national side before switching to England. He ended his career with&nbsp;700 runs in Tests and 7,701 and 2,458 runs in ODIs and T20Is, respectively, including 16 tons overall. <strong>Here are some of the reactions on Twitter:</strong></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">For over 13 years, it's been an absolute pleasure, Morgs 🙌<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ThankYouMorgs?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ThankYouMorgs</a> 👏 <a href="https://t.co/sm0D3DV8yT">pic.twitter.com/sm0D3DV8yT</a></p>
— England Cricket (@englandcricket) <a href="https://twitter.com/englandcricket/status/1541772371450798086?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 28, 2022</a></blockquote>
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History maker 📝<br />
Our greatest ever 🏏<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ThankYouMorgs?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ThankYouMorgs</a> ❤️ <a href="https://t.co/jvvWprBSDK">pic.twitter.com/jvvWprBSDK</a></p>
— England Cricket (@englandcricket) <a href="https://twitter.com/englandcricket/status/1541769644956164096?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 28, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Wish you a happy second innings, <a href="https://twitter.com/Eoin16?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Eoin16</a> 💜<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ThankYouMorgs?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ThankYouMorgs</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AmiKKR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AmiKKR</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EoinMorgan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EoinMorgan</a> <a href="https://t.co/dLIPYLjbUL">pic.twitter.com/dLIPYLjbUL</a></p>
— KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) <a href="https://twitter.com/KKRiders/status/1541772802251886593?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 28, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Congratulations, Eoin Morgan <a href="https://twitter.com/Eoin16?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Eoin16</a>. I have admired &amp; respected your outlook towards the game enormously.What a career &amp; what a transformational leader. Few players have had as much of an impact on the white ball game as you have. Well done, hopefully our paths continue to cross</p>
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) <a href="https://twitter.com/bhogleharsha/status/1541425770660347904?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 27, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Thank you, Eoin Morgan. One hell of a captain to take that England squad from 2015 to world champions 🏆<a href="https://t.co/IaljjiY7KL">pic.twitter.com/IaljjiY7KL</a></p>
— Cricket Mate 🏏 (@CricketMate_) <a href="https://twitter.com/CricketMate_/status/1541364347884212225?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 27, 2022</a></blockquote>
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- Most IT20 appearances and runs for England<br />
- World Cup winning captain<br />
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Eoin Morgan completed white-ball cricket 🏏 <a href="https://t.co/EYqAdJ0YmF">pic.twitter.com/EYqAdJ0YmF</a></p>
— England’s Barmy Army (@TheBarmyArmy) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheBarmyArmy/status/1541770877682991104?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 28, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">One of the best innings in the World Cup history - 148 from just 71 balls with 17 sixes by Eoin Morgan.<a href="https://t.co/PBb9F308el">pic.twitter.com/PBb9F308el</a></p>
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) <a href="https://twitter.com/mufaddal_vohra/status/1541771728224919552?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 28, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p>Morgan changed England cricket after taking over as the limited-overs captain post Alastair Cook's tenure. Under him, England were eliminated in the group stage of the 2015 ODI World Cup, however, he revamped the side in style and led them to their maiden title in the 2019 edition, in England and Wales. England also ended as the semi-finalists in the 2017 Champions Trophy and last year's T20 World Cup in the UAE. The Three Lions also ended as runners-up in the 2016 T20 World Cup, in India; depicting their success under the Ireland-born cricketer.</p>

<p>Morgan achieved several laurels as a batter for England, ending as their leading run-getter in both ODIs and T20Is, however, his biggest contribution has been in inspiring the white-ball sides into playing a fearless and attacking form of cricket. The left-hander also led Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to their third IPL final during the 2021 edition.</p>


It is the end of an era in English cricket as Eoin Morgan confirmed his international retirement on Tuesday (June 28). The ODI World Cup-winning skipper Morgan was expected to remain captain till this year's T20 World Cup, or 2023 50-over showpiece event in India, however, he decided to step aside after a dismal run with the bat for the past year and fitness concerns.

It is the end of an era in English cricket as Eoin Morgan confirmed his international retirement on Tuesday (June 28). The ODI World Cup-winning skipper Morgan was expected to remain captain till this year's T20 World Cup, or 2023 50-over showpiece event in India, however, he decided to step aside after a dismal run with the bat for the past year and fitness concerns. "To call time on what has been without doubt the most enjoyable and rewarding chapter of my career hasn't been an easy decision, but I believe now is the right time to do so, both for me, personally, and for both England white-ball sides I have led to this point," said Morgan in a statement issued by the England Cricket Board (ECB). Thus, reactions have been pouring in from the cricket fraternity for Morgan, who retires as an absolute legend for England cricket in white-ball formats. The Irish-born swashbuckling left-hander started his career playing for his national side before switching to England. He ended his career with 700 runs in Tests and 7,701 and 2,458 runs in ODIs and T20Is, respectively, including 16 tons overall. Here are some of the reactions on Twitter: For over 13 years, it's been an absolute pleasure, Morgs 🙌#ThankYouMorgs 👏 pic.twitter.com/sm0D3DV8yT — England Cricket (@englandcricket) June 28, 2022 × Record-breaker 📊 History maker 📝 Our greatest ever 🏏#ThankYouMorgs ❤️ pic.twitter.com/jvvWprBSDK — England Cricket (@englandcricket) June 28, 2022 × A leader par excellence! 🙌 Wish you a happy second innings, @Eoin16 💜#ThankYouMorgs #AmiKKR #EoinMorgan pic.twitter.com/dLIPYLjbUL — KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) June 28, 2022 × Congratulations, Eoin Morgan @Eoin16. I have admired & respected your outlook towards the game enormously.What a career & what a transformational leader. Few players have had as much of an impact on the white ball game as you have. Well done, hopefully our paths continue to cross — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) June 27, 2022 × Thank you, Eoin Morgan. One hell of a captain to take that England squad from 2015 to world champions 🏆pic.twitter.com/IaljjiY7KL — Cricket Mate 🏏 (@CricketMate_) June 27, 2022 × - Most ODI appearances and runs for England - Most IT20 appearances and runs for England - World Cup winning captain Eoin Morgan completed white-ball cricket 🏏 pic.twitter.com/EYqAdJ0YmF — England’s Barmy Army (@TheBarmyArmy) June 28, 2022 × One of the best innings in the World Cup history - 148 from just 71 balls with 17 sixes by Eoin Morgan.pic.twitter.com/PBb9F308el — Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) June 28, 2022 × ALSO READ | End of an era! England's ODI WC-winning skipper Eoin Morgan confirms international retirement Morgan changed England cricket after taking over as the limited-overs captain post Alastair Cook's tenure. Under him, England were eliminated in the group stage of the 2015 ODI World Cup, however, he revamped the side in style and led them to their maiden title in the 2019 edition, in England and Wales. England also ended as the semi-finalists in the 2017 Champions Trophy and last year's T20 World Cup in the UAE. The Three Lions also ended as runners-up in the 2016 T20 World Cup, in India; depicting their success under the Ireland-born cricketer. Morgan achieved several laurels as a batter for England, ending as their leading run-getter in both ODIs and T20Is, however, his biggest contribution has been in inspiring the white-ball sides into playing a fearless and attacking form of cricket. The left-hander also led Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to their third IPL final during the 2021 edition.

Thank you, Eoin Morgan! Cricket fraternity reacts as England's white-ball captain confirms int'l retirement

<p>England cricket team's white-ball captain Eoin Morgan is reportedly set to retire from international cricket soon and might not lead the hosts in the upcoming T20I series against India next month. Morgan has been one of the best captains to have led England and is the only skipper to have guided the side to a World Cup triumph. He has also been lauded by many over the years for transforming the way England play white-ball cricket.</p>

<p>England had failed to make it to the knockout stages of the ODI World Cup in 2015 following which Morgan took over the reins. England adopted an aggressive and all-out approach in white-ball cricket under Morgan and tasted huge success as their performances on the field improved significantly.</p>

<p>Morgan also helped the likes of Jos Buttler, Jason Roy, Moeen Ali and Jonny Bairstow among others to become world-beaters in white-ball cricket and form a strong core for England in both ODIs and T20Is. England have reaped rewards from Morgan's leadership and his retirement is set to mark the end of an era for the team.</p>

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<p>Former England captain Nasser Hussain heaped praise on Morgan after reports of his retirement from international cricket emerged on Monday (June 27). Hussain said Morgan was ahead of his time in realising the value of the Indian Premier League (IPL) for English cricket and helped English players become better by encouraging them to play in the premier T20 tournament.</p>

<p>"He was also ahead of his time, along with Kevin Pietersen, in realising the value to English cricket of the IPL. First, he helped make better players of the likes of Jos Buttler, Jonny Bairstow, Jason Roy and Liam Livingstone. Then he encouraged them to play in the IPL, where they learned to be even better," Hussain wrote in his column for <em>Daily Mail.</em></p>

<p>Morgan along with former England captain Kevin Pietersen was among the first few English players to play in the IPL despite resistance from the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB). Morgan is also England's most successful ODI skipper of all time with 76 wins in 126 ODIs and a winning percentage of 65.25.</p>

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<p>Talking about his replacement as England's white-ball captain after his retirement, Hussain believes Jos Buttle will be the ideal candidate to take over the reins. Buttler is one of the best white-ball batters in the world at present and has been in top-notch form recently.</p>

<p>"Buttler is the perfect replacement. He and Morgan are close friends, and he’s stepped in the Morgan way of doing things. He'll have no problem in replicating his style of play. And there's no greater compliment than that," wrote Hussain.<br />
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England cricket team's white-ball captain Eoin Morgan is reportedly set to retire from international cricket soon and might not lead the hosts in the upcoming T20I series against India next month.

England cricket team's white-ball captain Eoin Morgan is reportedly set to retire from international cricket soon and might not lead the hosts in the upcoming T20I series against India next month. Morgan has been one of the best captains to have led England and is the only skipper to have guided the side to a World Cup triumph. He has also been lauded by many over the years for transforming the way England play white-ball cricket. England had failed to make it to the knockout stages of the ODI World Cup in 2015 following which Morgan took over the reins. England adopted an aggressive and all-out approach in white-ball cricket under Morgan and tasted huge success as their performances on the field improved significantly. Morgan also helped the likes of Jos Buttler, Jason Roy, Moeen Ali and Jonny Bairstow among others to become world-beaters in white-ball cricket and form a strong core for England in both ODIs and T20Is. England have reaped rewards from Morgan's leadership and his retirement is set to mark the end of an era for the team. Also Read: Joe Root hands over a stump to Daryl Mitchell as a fitting gesture after England whitewash NZ - Watch Former England captain Nasser Hussain heaped praise on Morgan after reports of his retirement from international cricket emerged on Monday (June 27). Hussain said Morgan was ahead of his time in realising the value of the Indian Premier League (IPL) for English cricket and helped English players become better by encouraging them to play in the premier T20 tournament. "He was also ahead of his time, along with Kevin Pietersen, in realising the value to English cricket of the IPL. First, he helped make better players of the likes of Jos Buttler, Jonny Bairstow, Jason Roy and Liam Livingstone. Then he encouraged them to play in the IPL, where they learned to be even better," Hussain wrote in his column for Daily Mail. Morgan along with former England captain Kevin Pietersen was among the first few English players to play in the IPL despite resistance from the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB). Morgan is also England's most successful ODI skipper of all time with 76 wins in 126 ODIs and a winning percentage of 65.25. Also Read: BCCI not happy with Indian players hanging out in public, issues warning after Rohit Sharma's positive case Talking about his replacement as England's white-ball captain after his retirement, Hussain believes Jos Buttle will be the ideal candidate to take over the reins. Buttler is one of the best white-ball batters in the world at present and has been in top-notch form recently. "Buttler is the perfect replacement. He and Morgan are close friends, and he’s stepped in the Morgan way of doing things. He'll have no problem in replicating his style of play. And there's no greater compliment than that," wrote Hussain.

Eoin Morgan was ahead in time to realise IPL's value to English cricket, says former captain Nasser Hussain