England Reveals Teams for White Ball Matches vs. South Africa and Ireland; Here's Who Makes the Cut, and Who Gets Benched
England Announces Squads for South Africa and Ireland T20I Series
England has announced its squads for the upcoming T20I series against South Africa and Ireland, with some exciting developments in store.
Young Captain Jacob Bethell Leads England Against Ireland
In a historic move, 21-year-old all-rounder Jacob Bethell, who was part of Royal Challengers Bangalore's 2025 IPL winning squad, has been appointed as the youngest England men's captain in international cricket. This record-breaking appointment breaks a 136-year-old record previously held by Monty Bowden (aged 23).
Bethell will lead the team in the three-match T20I series against Ireland, which starts on September 17. Regular white-ball captain Harry Brook and some senior players such as Jofra Archer, Joe Root, and Ben Duckett are rested for this series, providing an opportunity for emerging talents to shine.
England Squad for T20I Series Against Ireland
- Jacob Bethell (captain)
- Rehan Ahmed
- Sonny Baker
- Tom Banton (wicketkeeper)
- Jos Buttler (wicketkeeper)
- Liam Dawson
- Tom Hartley
- Will Jacks
- Saqib Mahmood
- Jamie Overton
- Adil Rashid
- Phil Salt (wicketkeeper)
- Luke Wood
England Squad for ODI and T20I Series Against South Africa
- Harry Brook (captain, ODI series)
- Jofra Archer
- Luke Wood (ODI series)
- Tom Banton
- Jos Buttler (wicketkeeper)
- Liam Dawson
- Brydon Carse
- Will Jacks
- Saqib Mahmood
- Jamie Overton
- Adil Rashid
- Phil Salt (wicketkeeper)
- Rehan Ahmed (T20I series)
- Matthew Potts (T20I series)
Notable Inclusions and Debuts
- Sonny Baker has won his maiden England call-up for the ODI series against South Africa.
- Rehan Ahmed has been selected for both the ODI and T20I series against South Africa.
- Matthew Potts is part of the squad for the T20I series against Ireland.
Series Dates and Venues
- The ODI series against South Africa begins on Tuesday, September 2 in Headingley.
- The three T20I matches against South Africa are scheduled for September 9, 11, and 13, 2025, in Southampton at the Ageas Bowl.
- The three T20I matches against Ireland are set to take place on September 17, 19, and 21, 2025, in Dublin at The Village cricket ground.
This exciting lineup promises a thrilling series, with young talents stepping up to the plate and seasoned players returning to the fold. Stay tuned for more updates on England's cricket journey!
England's T20I series against Ireland will see young captain Jacob Bethell lead the team, as he breaks a 136-year-old record previously held by Monty Bowden.
Emerging talents such as Sonny Baker, Rehan Ahmed, and Matthew Potts will have the opportunity to shine in the Ireland and South Africa T20I series.
