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England Announces Aggressive T20 World Cup Squad, Jofra Archer Returns

England's T20 squad for the upcoming World Cup in the Caribbean emphasizes power hitting, with Jofra Archer making a comeback after a year due to injury.

  • Rob Key, England's team director, has selected a squad focused on aggressive batting for the T20 World Cup, excluding traditional accumulators.
  • Jofra Archer returns to the squad after recovering from a stress fracture, with his fitness to be tested in upcoming matches against Pakistan.
  • Chris Jordan and Tom Hartley are notable inclusions, emphasizing death bowling and left-arm spin, respectively.
  • England's strategy reflects lessons from past high-scoring games in the Caribbean, aiming to capitalize on short boundaries and high run rates.
  • Players currently in the IPL are required to return for the Pakistan series, ensuring preparation and team cohesion ahead of the World Cup.
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