In a much-anticipated announcement, England has named its squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, with the return of fast bowler Jofra Archer grabbing the headlines. Archer’s selection marks a significant moment in his career, which has been plagued by injuries, particularly to his right elbow, for which he has undergone two surgeries. Additionally, a back injury sidelined him for a major part of 2022, limiting his international appearances since 2021.
Archer’s inclusion comes as a major boost for England, given his explosive bowling and crucial contributions with the bat. The Barbados-born pacer had made a remarkable impact after switching nationalities to represent England, playing a pivotal role in their 2019 Cricket World Cup triumph and impressing in the Ashes series the same year.
England will be hoping that Archer remains fit for the upcoming challenges, including a four-match T20 series against Pakistan and the T20 World Cup, scheduled to be held in the Caribbean and the United States. Their campaign kicks off against Scotland on June 4 at Kensington Oval in Barbados.
Apart from Archer, the squad includes some familiar faces and a few new ones. Jonny Bairstow and Will Jacks, who have been in impressive form in the Indian Premier League (IPL), find a place in the 15-man squad. Left-arm spinning all-rounder Tom Hartley, who is yet to make his international debut, is the only uncapped player in the group.
Jos Buttler will lead the team, with England aiming to clinch their third T20 World Cup title. The squad also features experienced players like Moeen Ali, Chris Jordan, Adil Rashid, and Mark Wood, adding depth and experience to the side.
England’s squad for T20 World Cup 2024:
Jos Buttler (c), Moeen Ali, Jofra Archer, Jonny Bairstow, Harry Brook, Sam Curran, Ben Duckett, Tom Hartley, Will Jacks, Chris Jordan, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Reece Topley, Mark Wood.
The team will be looking to build on their recent successes and put up a strong performance in the upcoming tournament. With Archer’s return bolstering their bowling attack and a mix of youth and experience in the squad, England will be a team to watch out for in the T20 World Cup 2024.
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