ICC World Cup 2019: Jos Buttler Reckons Ben Stokes As The Biggest Player For England

Ben Stokes hasn’t had the best of the seasons for Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League 2019 but straightaway, he delivered the goods for the England team in the series against Pakistan. Meanwhile, he gets the backing from Jos Buttler, who believes that Stokes is going to play a major part for the team.

Jos Buttler, himself, has been the force to reckon for the England team in the recent past. He is taking the game away from the opposition with his stunning batting in the middle overs. Meanwhile, he expressed quite a few things, which helped him to become the better batsman.

Steve Smith, Virat Kohli are amazing batters – Jos Buttler

Jos Buttler always hailed Virat Kohli for his work ethic and the consistency in the game of cricket. After watching Steve Smith from the close quarters, Jos Buttler shared his experience of playing with Steve Smith for Rajasthan Royals.

“Both obviously amazing batters, I first time saw Steve up so close this IPL, it was a great experience to watch him go about his practice and his work ethics. As for Virat, we all know what a fantastic player he is and has been. He is probably the ‘form batsman’ for the last 12 months in the world. Two fantastic players, very different styles, but both very impressive,” he said.

Ben Stokes balances the side –

Speaking of the team composition, Jos Buttler quoted that Ben Stokes will be a vital cog for the team in their chances for the ICC World Cup 2019. Further, he added that Stokes is one of the best all-rounders in the World Cricket.

“Ben is the biggest key player really for England. He balances the side brilliantly in the way he can bat and bowl and has a great influence on the whole team. He is one of the best all-rounders in the world and I am looking forward to him showing that with some quality performances in the World Cup,” he pointed.

As Jos Buttler said, the presence of Ben Stokes makes a massive difference for the team. His incredible batting under pressure and bowling as per the situation will make a major impact for the team. As far as World Cup campaign is concerned, they will start their world cup campaign by locking horns with South Africa in the tournament opener.