T20 World Cup 2026: Top 5 players return after injury

The 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup gets underway in just over a week and will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The grand tournament will see 20 teams compete for greatest glory in the shortest format of cricket. While some teams will aim to lift the trophy for the first time, others will look to add a second title to their cabinet. India enters the competition as defending champions after beating South Africa in a thrilling final to win the 2024 edition.

One of the most intriguing aspects of this World Cup is the return of a number of high-profile players who have recently recovered from injuries.

Here are the five players returning from injury ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup

5. Shamar Joseph (West Indies)

Shamar Joseph has emerged as a reliable fast bowler for the West Indies and plays a crucial role in their T20 line-up. He was initially ruled out of the India tour and later missed the ODI series in Bangladesh due to shoulder problems. Joseph recently made his comeback during the Afghanistan T20I series, although his performance was below his usual standards.

In 14 T20Is, he has taken 16 wickets at an average of 28.43 with an economy rate of 9.47. With the World Cup just around the corner, Joseph is keen to get his rhythm back and make an impact on the big stage.