England has released its highly anticipated squad for both the upcoming T20 series against Pakistan and the ICC T20 World Cup 2024.
Leadership and Experience
Jos Buttler, England's dynamic white-ball captain, will lead the charge in both the Pakistan series and the bid to defend their T20 World Cup title. Seasoned all-rounder Moeen Ali brings his wealth of experience to the squad, offering both batting prowess and spin-bowling options.
Explosive Batting Lineup
The batting lineup is packed with firepower: Jonny Bairstow, Harry Brook, Ben Duckett, and Will Jacks provide aggressive options at the top, while Sam Curran, Liam Livingstone, and Phil Salt boast incredible finishing abilities.
Bowling Attack and a Key Return
England's bowling attack features pace options in Mark Wood and the returning Jofra Archer. Archer's inclusion marks a major boost for England, as he hasn't played for the national side since March 2023 due to injury. Spinners Adil Rashid and Tom Hartley add variety and control to the lineup, while Chris Jordan offers experience and death bowling expertise.
England Provisional ICC Men's T20 World Cup & Vitality IT20 Squad versus Pakistan Squad
- Jos Buttler (Lancashire) Captain
- Moeen Ali (Warwickshire)
- Jofra Archer (Sussex)
- Jonathan Bairstow (Yorkshire)
- Harry Brook (Yorkshire)
- Sam Curran (Surrey)
- Ben Duckett (Nottinghamshire)
- Tom Hartley (Lancashire)
- Will Jacks (Surrey)
- Chris Jordan (Surrey)
- Liam Livingstone (Lancashire)
- Adil Rashid (Yorkshire)
- Phil Salt (Lancashire)
- Reece Topley (Surrey)
- Mark Wood (Durham)
Looking Ahead
This squad announcement sets the stage for an exciting summer of cricket for England. The series against Pakistan will serve as vital preparation before they embark on their quest to defend their T20 World Cup crown in 2024.
ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 – England's Group Fixtures:
England v Scotland, Tuesday 4 June 2024, Kensington Oval, Barbados (10.30am local)
Australia v England. Saturday 8 June 2024, Kensington Oval, Barbados (1.00pm local)
England v Oman, Thursday 13 June 2024, Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua and Barbuda (3.00pm local)
Namibia v England, Saturday 15 June 2024, Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua and Barbuda (1.00pm local)
England Men's Vitality IT20 Series versus Pakistan:
1st IT20: England v Pakistan, Wednesday 22 May 2024, Headingley, Leeds (6.30pm local)
2nd IT20: England v Pakistan, Saturday 25 May 2024, Edgbaston, Birmingham (2.30pm local)
3rd IT20: England v Pakistan, Tuesday 28 May 2024, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff (6.30pm local)
4th IT20: England v Pakistan, Thursday30 May 2024, The Kia Oval, London (6.30pm local)