England have become world-beaters in ODI cricket, ever since their infamous exit at the group stage of the 2015 World Cup, after losing to Bangladesh. Under Morgan, they have ascended to the top of the pile in ODIs, and are among the strongest teams at this year’s event.

There have been some setbacks, such as defeat to Scotland in a one-off ODI and the drawn away series against West Indies earlier this year that brought out both the best and worst of the England one-day outfit, but Morgan was confident of being able to build on the gains over the last four years.

“As long as we go out to play the way we play,” he said. “Our style has evolved over the last number of years, from extremely aggressive to positive, aggressive, smart cricket. I’m very excited.”