As much as many of us would like to believe that we are “purists” of the game, there is really no denying T20’s significance within modern-day cricket.

It has a huge influence on the following of cricket and on how the game is played. 

Over the years we have witnessed a more offensive brand of cricket with the bat from most sides.

We have witnessed more totals in excess of 400 scored in 50-over matches and more scores north of 200 posted and – on occasion – chased down in the 20/20 format. 

T20 cricket may not be as old as the other formats of the game but it is rapidly growing and becoming the format everyone wants to watch. 

There are a few countries that we believe have not gotten it right yet. 

Yes, these countries do win T20 matches but will generally struggle against the better T20 sides in the world…

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