Mumbai, Feb 20 (NationPress) England's captain, Jos Buttler, has firmly rejected the idea that he should tone down his natural style of play to address his recent struggles in the ongoing T20 World Cup. He emphasized that he will not simply bat to fill the crease at the cost of the team's objectives.

Recognized as one of the best white-ball batsmen in England's history, Buttler is currently facing a challenging phase, having not scored a half-century in his last 14 international innings in both ODIs and T20Is, with his highest score being just 39.

"T20 cricket demands continuous engagement and aggression. Unlike Test matches, where a batting coach might advise you to consolidate your position for a while, T20 requires immediate action, especially when chasing a target of 10 runs per over," Buttler explained on the 'For the Love of Cricket' podcast.

Buttler noted, "I heard Nasser suggest to just bat for 15 overs. While I would love to do that, I refuse to bat for my own sake while neglecting the game's requirements. It's essential to remain engaged in the match."

In the T20 World Cup group stage, Buttler recorded scores of 26 and 21 against Nepal and the West Indies, followed by two low scores of three against Scotland and Italy, as England advanced to the Super 8 stage.

"It's been a bit frustrating so far; the game constantly presents new challenges, regardless of your experience. Throughout my 15-year career, I've encountered numerous patches of poor form. The core advice always returns to staying still, watching the ball, and trusting yourself," he added.

The former captain also reiterated that he does not plan to change his batting position and will confront the challenges head-on. "I am the only one who can score my runs. I won't achieve that by avoiding the situation or letting someone else take my place. I need to don my shirt, mark the pitch, and move forward. It will turn around eventually, and I look forward to the next chance," he stated.

Buttler expressed his fondness for Mumbai, where England played their first two World Cup matches, saying, "Mumbai is a wonderful city with fantastic restaurants and a vibrant atmosphere. It's bustling and chaotic, but that's part of the excitement of being in India."

He also praised the performances of the associate nations in the World Cup, stating, "The associate teams have showcased remarkable skill. They approach the game with nothing to lose and aim to deliver those giant-killing performances, often coming very close to achieving that."

England has successfully qualified for the Super 8 stage, where they will compete in Sri Lanka, commencing their Super 8 matches against co-hosts Sri Lanka at the Pallekele International Stadium this Sunday.