The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 is set to be the most exciting edition yet, with 20 teams from around the globe competing for the coveted trophy. This tournament will feature some of the best cricket talent in the world, with defending champions England, under the leadership of Jos Buttler, looking to retain their title.
Australia, the 50-over world champions, will be led by Mitch Marsh as they aim to add the T20 World Cup to their list of accomplishments. South Asian giants India, captained by Rohit Sharma, and Pakistan, led by Babar Azam, will bring their fierce rivalry to the tournament.
Co-hosts United States and debutants Uganda will add an exciting new dimension to the competition, as they bring their talent to the global stage for the first time.
Each of the 20 participating nations has named their 15-member squads, packed with talent and potential. Here’s a look at how the teams will line up for the tournament:
– **Afghanistan** will be led by Rashid Khan, with a squad that includes experienced players like Mohammad Nabi and Gulbadin Naib.
– **Australia** will rely on stars like David Warner and Mitchell Starc, under the captaincy of Mitchell Marsh.
– **Bangladesh** will look to Najmul Hossain Shanto to lead them to victory, with the likes of Shakib Al Hasan in their squad.
– **Canada** will be captained by Saad Zafar, with a mix of experience and youth in their lineup.
– **England** will have Jos Buttler at the helm, with a strong squad that includes Moeen Ali and Jofra Archer.
– **India** will look to Rohit Sharma to guide them to victory, with a star-studded lineup featuring Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah.
– **Ireland, Namibia, Nepal, and New Zealand** will also bring their best to the tournament, with talented players like Kane Williamson and Paul Stirling leading their respective teams.
– **Netherlands and Oman** will be captained by Scott Edwards and Aqib Ilyas, respectively, with a mix of experienced and up-and-coming players.
– **Pakistan** will rely on Babar Azam to lead them to success, with a squad that includes Mohammad Rizwan and Shaheen Shah Afridi.
– **Papua New Guinea, Scotland, and South Africa** will also be in the mix, with captains like Assadollah Vala, Richie Berrington, and Aiden Markram leading their teams.
– **Sri Lanka** will look to Wanindu Hasaranga for inspiration, with a squad that includes Angelo Mathews and Dushmantha Chameera.
– **Uganda** will have Brian Masaba at the helm, with an exciting squad looking to make an impact on the global stage.
– **United States** will be led by Monak Patel, with players like Corey Anderson and Ali Khan in their squad.
– **West Indies** will rely on Rovman Powell to lead them to glory, with a talented lineup that includes Andre Russell and Nicholas Pooran.
With each team bringing their own unique blend of talent and skill to the tournament, the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 promises to be a thrilling and fiercely competitive event that fans around the world won’t want to miss. Stay tuned for all the action as the teams battle it out for cricketing glory!