The right-handed batsman tore his hamstring during England’s win over West Indies and has since not featured in games against Afghanistan and Sri Lanka.
England's Jason Roy attends a training session at Lord's Cricket Ground in London on June 24, 2019, ahead of their 2019 Cricket World Cup group stage match against Australia. (Photo by Saeed KHAN / AFP)
England opener Jason Roy has been ruled out for their highly anticipated World Cup clash against Australia here on Tuesday.
“I think to put one game on it, I don’t think it’s sensible,” said Morgan at his pre-match press conference. “Let’s just see how it goes.”
The right-handed batsman tore his hamstring during England’s win over West Indies and has since not featured in games against Afghanistan and Sri Lanka.
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Roy returned to the nets for the first time since his injury.
Morgan said while it’s a huge loss to lose Roy who smashed 153 against Bangladesh in Cardiff on June 8, his replacement James Vince is extremely talented too.
“It’s Jason Roy, of course, it’s a big loss. He’s an outstanding performer for us as he plays. He reminds us how to play as a group. He’s been part of the team for a very long time,” Morgan said.
“James Vince is an incredibly talented and gifted player. You can see that in the way he plays.”
Pre-tournament favourites England have to win atleast one of their next three games
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