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"Hope That's Not The Case in T20 WC": Wasim Jaffer Concerned by Strange Decision in Australia vs England 1st T20I

The T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia might be a few days away from its start but England have already arrived Down Under for a bilateral series. In a 3-match T20I series against the Aussies, the Englishmen hope to understand the nature of the pitches and get accustomed to the conditions. But, a strange decision from the stadium authorities has left many baffled, including former India cricketer, Wasim Jaffer.

Australia vs England, 1st T20I Live Updates: Australia Win Toss, Opt To Field

Australia vs England, 1st T20I, Live Score Updates: Australia captain Aaron Finch won the toss and opted to field first against England in the first T20I of the three-match series. Jos Buttler marks his return to the England team after missing the entire 7-match series against Pakistan. Australia and England are in the last leg of their preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup and these two sides would face one another in a three-match T20I series, beginning Sunday in Perth. England have Ben Stokes back in their ranks and skipper Jos Buttler who did not feature in T20I series against Pakistan, is also fit and raring to go for the series against Australia. On the other hand, hosts Australia have rested Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc and Glenn Maxwell for the first T20I so it is fair to say that England enter the contest as the clear favourites. (LIVE SCORECARD)

What Skipper Jos Buttler Said About England's Chances At T20 World Cup

Australia and England will face off in a three-match T20I series, which will be a dress rehearsal for the upcoming T20 World Cup, starting October 16. Speaking ahead of the 1st T20I, England white-ball captain Jos Buttler said that he doesn't see his team as "favourites" heading into the tournament. Buttler said that England have plenty of talented players, which makes them a "dangerous side", rather than favourites. England recently defeated Pakistan 4-3 in a seven-match T20I series, but Buttler did not play a single game owing to a calf injury.

Australia vs England, 1st T20I: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

Australia and England are in the last leg of their preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup. Both teams would be squaring off in a three-match T20I series, beginning Sunday in Perth. England have Ben Stokes back in their ranks and skipper Jos Buttler has already said that the left-handed batter would be utilised in the top four. Buttler, who did not feature in T20I series against Pakistan, is also fit and raring to go for the series against Australia. On the other hand, hosts Australia have rested Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc and Glenn Maxwell for the first T20I so it is fair to say that England enter the contest as the clear favourites.

Watch: Graeme Swann's Hilarious Celebration After Taking Catch In The Stands

Former England spinner Graeme Swann shook off whatever rust he may have gathered to show off his fielding skills during a T10 European Cricket match between Italy and Switzerland. As an Italy player hit the ball for a six, Swann took a diving catch in the stands. He then immediately wheeled away in passionate celebration, clearly proud of his feat. While it was a rough day for the Switzerland fielders, Swann was definitely having a good day, with this catch his second in the crowd on the day.

Jofra Archer Could Mark England Return In January 2023: Report

Out of action since March 2021, England pacer Jofra Archer is gradually inching closer to a return. The marquee fast bowler has missed plenty of important cricketing assignments due to an injury and will not be a part of the England squad in the T20 World Cup 2022 either. But, as far as the plans for 2023 go, Jofra could be in the thick of the action for England. In fact, the pacer could return to action as soon as January next year in a bilateral series against South Africa.

Australia Rest Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Glenn Maxwell For Opening England T20I

Australia's entire first-choice bowling attack will sit out the opening Twenty20 against England this weekend, selectors said Thursday, as they rotate the squad to ensure peak fitness for the World Cup. Fast bowlers Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood, along with spinner Adam Zampa the big-hitting Glenn Maxwell, will not feature in Perth on Sunday.

"Can Badly Affect Health": Pakistan Batter Responds To Chants Against Teammate

Pakistan on Sunday lost the 7th and deciding T20I match to England by 67 runs at Gadaffi Stadium, Lahore. England posted 209 runs at the loss of 3 wickets batting first in the game and then stopped Pakistan at 142 for 8 in 20 overs. The hosts put on a dismal show with the bat in the series decider as only Shan Masood scored a fifty while the rest of the team failed to make noticeable contribution. While fans were supporting their respective teams, a section of the crowd made a bad gesture towards Pakistan batter Khushdil Shah.

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"Hope That's Not The Case in T20 WC": Wasim Jaffer Concerned by Strange Decision in Australia vs England 1st T20I

Australia vs England, 1st T20I Live Updates: Australia Win Toss, Opt To Field

What Skipper Jos Buttler Said About England's Chances At T20 World Cup

Australia vs England, 1st T20I: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

Watch: Graeme Swann's Hilarious Celebration After Taking Catch In The Stands

Jofra Archer Could Mark England Return In January 2023: Report

Australia Rest Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Glenn Maxwell For Opening England T20I

"Can Badly Affect Health": Pakistan Batter Responds To Chants Against Teammate