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Pakistan XI announced for England T20 World Cup clash

Pakistan have announced their playing XI for the Super 8s clash against England at Pallekele, starting at 1.30pm GMT. Shadab Khan leads the side with Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi included.

Pakistan will face England in the T20 World Cup Super 8s with Saim Ayub and Salman Ali Agha opening the batting. Skipper Babar Azam anchors the middle order alongside Fakhar Zaman and Shadab Khan.

England, captained by Harry Brook, include the in-form Phil Salt and Jos Buttler behind the stumps. Jofra Archer returns to the squad as they look to secure a crucial win in the group stage.