England's veteran wicketkeeper-batter Jos Buttler has been named as successor of Eoin Morgan. After Morgan announced his retirement on June 28, he said that Buttler is the most likely candidate to lead England in ODIs and T20Is.
“Jos has been in charge, an unbelievable vice-captain while I've been captain and when he's stepped in he's been an exceptional leader. He obviously commands himself with the bat as one of the best players in the world and as a leader in the group, he commands tremendous respect," Morgan had told Sky Sports in an interview.
Buttler’s captaincy record
So far, Buttler has led England in nine ODIs and five T20Is. Under Buttler's leadership, England have won six ODIs and three T20Is. Earlier this month, Buttler captained England against Netherlands in the absence of an injured Morgan.
Buttler’s official statement after becoming captain
"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. 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.
"It is a great honour to take over from Eoin, and the place he has left English white-ball cricket in is exciting, and I'm inspired for the challenges ahead.
"There is excellent strength-in-depth in the white-ball squads, and I'm looking forward to leading the teams out for the series that are coming up against India starting next week and later in July against South Africa.
"It is the greatest honour to captain your country, and when I have had the chance to step in the past, I have loved doing it. I can't wait to take this team forward."
Buttler’s first assignment as white-ball captain
Buttler will take over as England's white-ball captain in the upcoming three-T20I and three-ODI series. The T20I series will commence on July 7 whereas the ODI series will begin on July 12.
