The England squad for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 has been announced. The announcement by the winners of the 2022 edition, comes ahead of their four-match T20I series against Pakistan starting on May 22nd.
Archer Back After Injury Hardships
The biggest news is the return of Jofra Archer. The star fast bowler hasn’t played for England since March 2023 due to a lengthy battle with elbow injuries. Archer has faced multiple setbacks since 2021, including stress fractures and even surgery from a freak accident.
His inclusion bolsters England’s bowling attack, which also sees the experienced Chris Jordan return after an eight-month international absence. The defending champions will be quite confident after the return of their pace maestro. He had been a pivotal part of the England Squad which lifted the 2019 World Cup Trophy.
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Buttler Leads Balanced Squad
Jos Buttler will continue to lead the team, with a strong batting line-up featuring contenders like Will Jacks, Phil Salt, and Jonny Bairstow. Ben Duckett provides valuable left-handed variety, while Moeen Ali offers all-round capabilities. The lower order boasts the firepower of Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, and Sam Curran, who was Player of the Final in England’s 2022 World Cup triumph. Adil Rashid spearheads the spin attack, supported by the uncapped Tom Hartley.
Full England Squad and Tournament Schedule
- England Squad: Jos Buttler (c), Moeen Ali, Jofra Archer, Jonathan Bairstow, Harry Brook, Sam Curran, Ben Duckett, Tom Hartley, Will Jacks, Chris Jordan, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Reece Topley, Mark Wood
- Warm-up Series: Four-match T20I series against Pakistan starting May 22nd
- World Cup Schedule: England flies to the Caribbean on May 31st for their first game against Scotland on June 4th. They are in Group B alongside Australia, Namibia, Scotland, and Oman.
It will be interesting to note that the following England Squad will be the most balanced side heading into the tournament. But will they be able to defend their title?
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