England's Twenty20 captain, Stuart Broad, admits that it's hard not to get excited by some of the talent coming through the England ranks.

Broad takes over as captain from Alastair Cook who filled the role during the 50-over series, and the fast bowler is itching to get going as England continue their preparations for the Twenty20 World Cup in September.

Cook will stay on with the team despite not initially being included in the T20 squad, with his superb form causing a rethink from the selectors. As a result, Jonathan Trott is the only man who heads home, with Alex Hales coming in the opposite direction.

Youngsters the likes of Jonny Bairstow, Danny Briggs and Hales are expected to get more of a look in during the T20 series and Broad is eagerly anticipating their performances.

"I look through the squad, and it excites me," said the 25-year-old.

"Of the guys who've come into the side in recent times, Jos Buttler's won game after game for Somerset; (Jonny) Bairstow strikes the ball beautifully, as we've seen on the international stage; Jade Dernbach's got a brilliant yorker and a great slower ball.

"We've got guys coming into the Twenty20 team and offering a huge amount."

One man who certainly isn't new on the scene but appears a near new player having revitalised his career is Samit Patel. Broad admits he's delighted to see his Nottinghamshire team-mate come to the fore.

"Samit has shown good form on this one-day tour, both with bat and ball. It's exciting going on to the field, knowing you have that trust in your guys to perform," said Broad.

"That's what it's about - and as long as players know their roles, and what's expected of them, they have enough talent to be able to produce that on the field."