Eoin Morgan
England
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Andrew Hughes /
16 November 2010 /
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"Is likely to be a back-up batsman but if previous tours down under are a guide, is likely to feature at some point."
The Irish left-hander is seen as a one-day specialist but don't be surprised to see him at the crease paddle-sweeping and reverse-sweeping during this Series sooner or later...
Eoin Morgan
Nickname: Moggie, The Captain, Popeye, Phil the Greek
Left-handed middle order batsman
Tests: 6
Batting Average: 32.00
Ashes Experience: None
Ashes Role:
Is likely to be a back-up batsman but if previous tours down under are a guide, is likely to feature at some point. Will be expected to score quick runs in the lower middle order and is, after Collingwood, possibly the best fielder in the England squad.
Likes: The switch-hit, the reverse sweep and the Dilscoop
Dislikes: Being labelled a one day specialist
Trivia: At 5'9", Morgan is the shortest player in the England squad
Odds to be top England batsman: [17.0]
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