England is the world’s best T20I squad, and they showed why with a precise eight-wicket triumph against Bangladesh in the ongoing T20 World Cup in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday. England’s win over Bangladesh has put them in a strong position as frontrunners to advance for the semi-finals from Group 1 after dispatching defending champions West Indies convincingly in their tournament opener on Saturday.
The diversity and depth of England’s bowlers were on display in their first two T20 World Cup 2021 matches. The hitters ensured that England cruised to victory against Bangladesh, confirming their status as one of the favorites to win the tournament.
#1 Dawid Malan spending crucial time in the middle
In the ICC T20I rankings, Dawid Malan is the top batter. His status in the England team, though, has always been questioned. Unlike his compatriots Jos Buttler, Jason Roy, and Jonny Bairstow, who are famed for their swashbuckling stroke play, the southpaw is more of a touch-and-feel player.
#2 Liam Livingstone chipping in with two wickets as a part-timer
We’re all aware of Liam Livingstone’s bat skills. But he’s also a capable part-time leg-spinner, as evidenced by his bowling success against Bangladesh. Livingstone claimed two significant scalps in the form of Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah by weaving his magic with the ball.
#3 Further boost to England’s net run rate
England is in Group 1, which is the more difficult of the two groups. England’s current net run rate (NRR) is a whopping +3.614 after chasing down 125 in just 14.1 overs against Bangladesh, thanks to Jason Roy’s scorching half-century.
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