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Joe Root aims to prepare for UAE’s Over-50 World Cup

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“I have a lot of experience playing over 50 cricket now. I have a good understanding of how to play ODI. I would really like to develop my white ball game further if I can add anything to my 50 games , that is to play more T20 cricket and put myself in situations that I have not often encountered in the course of my career so far,” Root said in a statement from Dubai Capitals.

“It’s really exciting for me. I haven’t played a lot of T20 cricket in the last few years, but my experience as a cricketer has helped me a lot. Hopefully I can play and get Some good results, help our team win some games.”

The former England Test captain, who has scored more than 17,000 runs in international cricket, spoke about the DP World ILT20 talent pool. “There are some big names in this tournament. It’s a mix of experienced and young players. The youngsters will have the opportunity to show their skills on a global stage.”

The Dubai Capitals face the Abu Dhabi Knights in Friday’s tournament opener at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium and Root is confident the team will go all the way.

“We have a lot of experienced players in the squad, so it will definitely help others as well. We have a really good squad, players who are confident in their abilities. Hopefully we can go all the way and lift the trophy,” he said on the eve of the opening ceremony.

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