ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 will commence on June 2, 2024 with the United States and Canada squaring off in the tournament opener. The two-time champions, England, who last lifted the Cup in 2022, look well equipped to repeat the feat in the Caribbean and the US.
While Ben Stokes, England’s star all-rounder, has opted out of the tournament to recover from his knee surgery, the Three Lions' batting lineup seems unlikely to miss his availability. The likes of big hitters like Jos Buttler, Phil Salt and Harry Brook make them a strong unit. The team will be led by Rajasthan Royals opener Jos Butler and comprises a good blend of young as well as experienced players.
The defending champions have undeniably earned a place among the tournament favourites. Skipper Butler, who can turn the game in a single over, boasts an incredible strike rate of 145.10. Then there is Phil Salt, who was instrumental in KKR's glory at the IPL 2024. Opening alongside Sunil Narine, Salt batted at a strike rate of 183. Another player in the England squad that shall have immense significance will be leggie Adil Rashid. With 108 wickets at a notable economy of 7.8, there is no denying his game shall only benefit the England team.
With their first match scheduled against Scotland on June 4, 2024, Team England is all ready to defend their title. Here is everything you need to know about England’s group stage schedule, venues, and opponents as they get set for ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024.
Games and Venues:
June 4, 2024
England vs Scotland: Kensington Oval, Barbados, 8:00 pm (IST)
June 8, 2024
England vs Australia: Kensington Oval, Barbados, 10:30 pm (IST)
June 14, 2024
England vs Oman: Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua and Barbuda, 12:30 am (IST)
June 15, 2024
England vs Namibia: Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua and Barbuda, 10:30 pm (IST)
England T20 World Cup 2024 squad: Jos Buttler (Captain), 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.
(Compiled by Keerthana Menon)
