http://www.senore.com/Cricket/IR-Bell-c1597 claims his best yet to come – Cricket News Update
Star England cricketer Ian Bell has claimed that his best time as a batsman is yet to come, as he is getting better and better with the passage of time. He aims to continue playing cricket for a long time.
Bell scored his maiden double century in Test cricket in a recently concluded home series against India. He scored runs with consistency and has been the main stay for http://www.senore.com/Cricket/England-c749 in the middle-order.
Recalling his big ton against the Men in Blue, the star batsman said, “For somebody whose previous best was 199, the double century was a big relief and I was quite fluent during the innings. However, there have been a few others like the 78 I made in South
Africa in 2009 to save the Test remains etched in memory… it was not pleasing to the eye but something which gave me a great deal of confidence.”
The stylish right-handed batsman is a permanent member of the English Test squad, but was unable to be a part of the playing eleven in the One Day Internationals (ODIs) recently played in India.
Bell played only one game during the five match series against the World Champions, but only because http://www.senore.com/Cricket/KP-Pietersen-c1806 missed out due to an injury.
The 29-year-old stated that he was in prime form and will work hard to make it to the limited-over side as well. He added, “I am now getting into my best years as a batsman and want to continue as long as I can. Performing well in Test cricket is the ultimate
for me, though I am willing to be patient for a chance in the one-day scheme of things.”
There is stiff competition amongst the English players to cement their spot in the limited-over format. The team was struggling with a few injuries, which gave an opportunity to some youngsters to make their mark at the international arena.
However, the 0-5 loss at the hands of http://www.senore.com/Cricket/India-c750 might force the selectors to make changes to the squad in the future series. This will also be an opportunity for Bell to find a place in the playing eleven and cement his spot in limited-over cricket.
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