England Captain Backs Under Fire Bowler After Costly Over

England skipper defends his bowler after an expensive final over cost them the match, urging fans to show support.

In a show of leadership and solidarity, England captain Jos Buttler has publicly backed pace bowler Sam Curran following a costly over that played a pivotal role in their recent T20 World Cup defeat. The penultimate over, where Curran conceded 24 runs, turned the game in favor of the opposition, drawing sharp criticism from fans and analysts alike. However, Buttler urged supporters to look at the bigger picture and not judge a player solely on one moment.

Speaking at the post match conference, Buttler said, “Sam has been one of our go to bowlers in pressure situations. Every cricketer has tough days, and it’s part of the game. We win together and we lose together.” He emphasized the importance of maintaining a positive dressing room atmosphere and backing players even during their off days.

Curran, who has been instrumental in past victories, appeared visibly dejected after the match, but received support not just from his captain but from senior teammates as well. England's head coach echoed Buttler’s sentiments, stressing on the need to nurture players through adversity rather than magnify their mistakes.

Cricket pundits too noted that Curran’s previous performances have often been match winning and that one bad over shouldn’t overshadow his contributions. As England regroups for their next crucial match, the captain’s backing may prove vital in restoring the young bowler’s confidence.

This act of leadership by Buttler highlights the spirit of unity and resilience in the England camp as they continue their World Cup campaign.