Australia's man in a hurry David Warner can be grateful for the explosion in popularity of Twenty20 cricket.
Pace spearhead Umar Gul insists he will not curb his aggressive style of bowling during the World Twenty20, saying his wicket-taking ability is key if Pakistan are to clinch the title.
Lasith Malinga is such an integral part of Sri Lanka's fast bowling arsenal that it needed the nation's president to intervene and ensure he was fit for the World Twenty20s in England.
With the World Twenty20 kicking off on Friday, we take a glance at the teams and some of the players to watch. Can India retain their crown, or will they be dethroned?
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