Jason Roy set to make IPL Auction Debut

England’s opening batsman Jason Roy has revealed that he will be a part of the upcoming Indian Premier League auction. The South African-born England opener has been in incredible form in recent times showcasing his amazing prowess with the bat up the order. Moreover, his exploits in the World T20 as well as his recent innings with the bat against the Indians will certainly make him hot property when it comes to T20 cricket.

Roy has become one of those limited-overs’ specialists when it comes to playing cricket across the world. Apart from playing for Surrey, the 25-year old also plays for the Sydney Sixers in the Big Bash League and was also a ‘diamond pick’ for the Lahore Qalandars in the PSL. However, before releasing himself for the auction, he thanked one and all from Surrey.

“Playing in the IPL is a big ambition of mine, and I hope it can be achieved this year. Surrey will always be my Club, and the levels of support we get for our sell out T20s at the Kia Oval is amazing.”

““I really enjoy playing in front of big audiences and I think it brings out the best in me. The IPL is the next step, before returning for duty with England and Surrey.”

Surrey CCC Director of Cricket Alec Stewart added: “Jason has shown he is one of the most exciting, destructive and entertaining batsmen in world cricket. Playing in the IPL will grow his cricketing experience and knowledge which can only help develop his game for both Surrey and England.

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“It will mean he misses the first part of the season for us but we also want to help England and our players in achieving their ambitions. He has the backing and support of both Surrey and the ECB to go into the IPL auction. His absence from the team will give other players on our staff a great opportunity to play and perform in the 1st XI and fast track their own development.”