Roy was ruled out of the T20 World Cup 2021 after picking up a calf injury during the team’s Super 12 encounter against South Africa. James Vince has been named as his replacement. England will take on New Zealand in the first semi-final in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday.
Previewing the knockout clash, Hogg suggested that England should bring in pace-bowling all-rounder David Willey into the playing XI. Explaining his choice, he elaborated:
Hogg pointed out that if the left-arm seamer can open the bowling, England can save more overs of Chris Jordan for the death. The former Aussie cricketer said:
Both Wood and Woakes were expensive against South Africa, going for 47 and 43 runs respectively.
If Willey opens, England offie Ali can bowl against left-handed Conway: Brad Hogg
England have been utilizing off-spinner Moeen Ali in the powerplay during the T20 World Cup 2021. However, according to Hogg, Ali will be more useful in the middle overs against left-hander Devon Conway.
Pointing out another advantage with Willey opening the bowling, the 50-year-old stated:
The England-New Zealand clash is being billed as a rematch of the 2019 World Cup final, which ended in a pulsating tie even after the Super Over. England were, however, declared winners on the basis of boundary count.
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