Ben Stokes was not included in their squad, but England have brought left-arm quick Tymal Mills back for the T20 World Cup which begins next month in the UAE.

All-rounder Stokes is taking an indefinite break from cricket to manage his mental health.

Defending champions West Indies have recalled pacer Ravi Rampaul to their squad after almost six years. Rampaul, a member of the 2012 World Cup winning squad, last donned Windies colours in a T20I in November 2015.

Former captain Faf du Plessis has not been included in South Africa’s squad. All-rounder Chris Morris too was kept out.

Leg-spinner Rashid Khan stepped down as captain of the Afghanistan team, saying his opinion was not sought before finalising the squad for the T20 World Cup.