Hopefully, I've proven that higher up the order is better for me: Liam Livingstone

England all-rounder Liam Livingstone smashed 87 runs off 47 deliveries in the second T20I against Australia and also picked up two wickets to help the team win by three wickets. He was sent to bat at number four and got the job done for the team and now he expects the team management to allow him to bat higher up in the order. Meanwhile, Livingstone was also reported to be not in the scheme of things after the T20 World Cup 2024.

Moeen Ali and Jonny Bairstow were dropped from the squad and Livingstone was also one of the probables. However, he was eventually called up and did a fantastic job in the T20I series. Speaking of the same, the 31-year-old stated that he is enjoying cricket and is ready to contribute with both bat and ball. 

“I've enjoyed being a bit more involved, getting a chance with both the bat and ball with some of the boys being away, so I'm back enjoying my cricket. It's been a different environment, and I've just really enjoyed my cricket. I want to try and be involved as much as I can in the game. I haven't always been able to do that lower down the order. I've tried to do it to the best of my ability,” Livingstone said as quoted from Sky Sports. 

“I'll bat wherever I'm told to bat. I want to play for England for as long as I can, but hopefully, I've proven that higher up the order is better for me,” he added.

Livingstone called up for ODI series

Livingstone has also been called up for the five-match ODI series against Australia. In the absence of many senior cricketers, he will play an important part. He will also look forward to cementing his position in the ODI team as England are eyeing to finalise their squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy.

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Meanwhile, captain Jos Buttler will miss the series due to a calf injury and in his absence, Harry Brook will be leading the side.