Sam Curran, the England all-rounder, justified his spot in the playing XI again with another gritty half-century on the first day of the Southampton Test against India on Thursday, August 30.
“I just tried to play my natural game,” Curran said after the end of play. “I love being in the side and I almost played with no fear, tried to be nice and positive and get some partnerships – not try to overthink it. Luckily enough it came off and we have a decent score on the board.
“I love batting and bowling. I’d like to be batting up the order a bit more at Surrey. Look at someone like Ben Stokes, he contributes with bat and ball constantly, and that’s what I want to do. Hopefully, I can get up the order at Surrey first and score some nice runs,” he said.
“That’s what all-rounders love doing: big performances when the team needs you.”
