India Vs Endland 1st ODI: Shame that we could not capitalise on efforts from our bowlers and openers – Eoin Morgan

England was cruising at 135/0 in just 14.1 overs throughout their 318-run pursue against India in the first ODI in Pune on Tuesday.

Drastically the situation changed from the 2nd ball of the 15th over Debutant Prasidh Krishna dismissed from England openers Jason Roy (46 off 25). In 10 overs England lost their 10 wickets for 116 runs

England captain Eoin Morgan is regretting the missed opportunity to take a 1-0 lead in the 3-match series.

“We made mistakes, India bowled well. For the majority of the game, we played really well. It is a shame we could not build on the bowling unit’s effort to restrict India to just 317 and our two fantastic openers, how they performed at the front, that is what happened,” England skipper Eoin Morgan said at the post-match press conference.

He added “The wicket was outstanding, so when obviously Jonny and Jason established a partnership in the way they did when other players tried to play the same way, India bowled well and held their length. I think that’s evident in how the guys got out, all our guys were playing attacking shots. I think if we are all getting out playing defensive shots then it would be the issue,” said Morgan during a virtual press conference.

Eoin Morgan was also asked if England were missing the service of their star batsman Joe Root to which Morgan said “Joe is world-class, particularly at number three spot for us. His role is such an important one for us. Him missing out leaves a massive hole, but he needs rest and he needs to spend time with his family.”