Buttler eager to lead the way in ‘surreal’ challenge

England captain Jos Buttler has said that he wants to show the way for his young side with his own performances in the one-day series against Bangladesh that begins on Friday. Buttler will become his country’s first wicketkeeper-captain in ODIs since Alec Stewart last did the job in 2003.

The role becomes more challenging in the conditions in Dhaka where the first match is taking place. The humidity has been quite high, which has made the heat harsher. But there is also rain in the air, at least on the day before the game, which could cause difficulties with selection as there is likely to be slight change in pitch behaviour.

Buttler has only previously captained England in one T20 against Pakistan last year so the Bangladesh experience will be the first time he has the role for an entire series. He wants to enjoy the new challenge and is eager to get started.

“I think something I really want to try and do is lead from the front with performance,” Buttler said. “I’m desperate to do it. It’s a young and exciting squad and it’s down to me to stand up and lead from the front. It will be a very proud moment. It’s a fantastic honour to lead the side and to walk out as captain. It will be a little bit surreal I guess but I …

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