3 players who will return to international cricket just before the 2022 T20 WC

Usually, teams would want players in the squad who are ready with proper game time. However, T20 is such a format that at times, the individual skill of players could have a greater effect than a combined team effort. A few players have not been a part of international cricket for a while but will still play in the 2022 T20 World Cup. On that note, in this article, we take a look at 3 players who will return to international cricket just before the 2022 T20 WC.

1) Alex Hales - Last T20I in 2019 but will play against Pakistan in September 2022

After Jonny Bairstow was ruled out due to a freak injury, Alex Hales was drafted in as his replacement. It needs to be noted that since 2019, the English opener has been sitting out due to disciplinary reasons. However, with the change in management, he now stands a chance. He will take part in the Pakistan Tour before representing his nation at the 2022 T20 WC.

2) Tim David - Last T20I in 2020 for Singapore but will play against India in September 2022

Tim David is one of the players who will return to international cricket just before the 2022 T20 WC. He last played for Singapore in 2022. Now, he will represent Australia. He might make his Australia debut against India. The big-hitter has been doing well in various T20 leagues and hence, the Australian management will not be worried if he can perform well for the squad.

3) Roelof van der Merwe - Last T20I in 2021 T20 World Cup

The Netherlands all-rounder played in the 2021 T20 WC but was not selected after that. Many felt that he might not play in the Dutch squad again. However, the veteran cricketer has now been selected and will play an important role in the team.