Australia, England, South Africa, and Afghanistan form a competitive group in the tournament. Australia boast a strong batting lineup but have key pacers injured. England's aggressive batting and pace duo are formidable, yet their spin vulnerability remains. South Africa's versatile batting and pace attack stand out, while Afghanistan's potent spinners and top-order have caused recent upsets.
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