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Bairstow Backs England's Experience for T20 World Cup 2026 Success

Veteran wicketkeeper-batter Jonny Bairstow expressed confidence in England's prospects for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, citing the squad's depth of experience. He highlighted Jos Buttler's IPL success as a key resource for players less familiar with subcontinental conditions. England's provisional squad features a mix of veterans and new faces, with Harry Brook appointed captain. The team will prepare with a limited-overs tour of Sri Lanka before beginning their World Cup campaign against Nepal.

Key Points: Jonny Bairstow on England's T20 World Cup 2026 Chances

  • Bairstow optimistic about England's T20 WC chances
  • Squad includes uncapped Josh Tongue
  • Harry Brook named captain
  • Tour of Sri Lanka precedes tournament
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"They've got a lot of experience": Jonny Bairstow on England's chances in T20 World Cup 2026

Jonny Bairstow highlights England's experienced squad, including Jos Buttler and Jofra Archer, for the T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka.

"Look, they've got a lot of experience, haven't they? - Jonny Bairstow"

Centurion, January 6

Veteran wicketkeeper-batter Jonny Bairstow remains optimistic about England's chances and their performance in the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka.

The Three Lions have announced their provisional 15-member squad for the upcoming T20I World Cup 2026. Surprisingly, England have included pacer Josh Tongue, who is yet to play a limited-overs match for England, in their T20 WC squad.

Harry Brook has been named the captain for the T20 World Cup. The squad will also see veteran players like Jos Buttler, Adil Rashid, and Jofra Archer.

Bairstow, who is currently playing for Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC) in the ongoing SA20 League, was asked about England's performance in the subcontinent and chances in the T20 World Cup. In response, the wicketkeeper-batter said that the side has got a lot of experience and they have been playing in the subcontinent for some time.

Bairstow added, Jos Buttler, who has done well in the Indian Premier League, will pass on the knowledge to the players who haven't played much in India or Sri Lanka.

"Look, they've got a lot of experience, haven't they? People have been playing over there, such as Jos Buttler, who is doing exceptionally well in the Indian Premier League. So, he'll be passing on knowledge to guys who haven't got quite as much. And we'll wait and see," Bairstow told reporters.

England will play three ODIs and then three T20Is on their Sri Lanka tour, starting January 22. The Three Lions will kick their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign off against Nepal on February 8.

England squad for T20I World Cup 2026:

Harry Brook (captain), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Josh Tongue, Luke Wood.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
Interesting squad selection. Josh Tongue with no limited-overs experience? That's a bold, risky move. Harry Brook as captain is also a surprise. They are banking heavily on IPL experience from players like Buttler. Let's see if it pays off.
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Aman W
Bairstow is right about the experience factor. Players like Buttler, Rashid, and Archer know these conditions well from the IPL and previous tours. That knowledge sharing will be key for their success. Still, winning a World Cup here is a massive challenge.
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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living in India, I'm just excited for more world-class cricket coming to our shores! A World Cup is always a festival. England is a formidable side, no doubt. Hoping for a great tournament with fair pitches and amazing matches.
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Vikram M
With all due respect to Bairstow, having experience and using it effectively are two different things. England's recent record in the subcontinent in white-ball cricket hasn't been stellar. They need more than just IPL veterans to lift the trophy.
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Kriti O
Jofra Archer is back! That's the biggest news for me. If he stays fit, he can be a game-changer on any pitch. England's pace attack with him, Curran, and Wood looks dangerous. But spinners win tournaments in India, and Rashid can't do it alone.

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