Middlesex claim rare winning start as Morgan makes the inroads, Higgins ends resistance to secure opening-round win for first time since 2018 Eoin Morgan, the charismatic England captain, has made a significant statement in his first match as Middlesex captain, guiding his team to a hard-fought victory Morgan has amassed an impressive array of accolades, including being named one of the greatest one-day batsmen of all time This opening-round win marks a significant turning point for Middlesex, a team that has struggled to find consistency in recent seasons Morgan's captaincy record is a testament to his exceptional leadership skills, with a 65% win rate in his first season as captain