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England all-rounder Charlie Dean ready to embrace leadership role ahead of T20 World Cup

London, May 8 (UNI) All-rounder Charlie Dean believes stepping into the skipper's role ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 has come at the perfect time in her career, as England look to end a 17-year wait for the trophy.
England are set to host their first Women’s T20 World Cup at home since clinching the inaugural edition way back in 2009.
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