England have announced a 17-player squad for the upcoming five-match T20I series against reigning T20 World Cup champions India, with Harry Brook set to lead the side. The headline inclusion is uncapped all-rounder James Coles, who has earned his maiden call-up to the England squad, according to the ICC website.
Key additions and omissions
Also included in the squad are Jordan Cox, Sonny Baker, and Saqib Mahmood, with the trio representing key changes from the squad that featured at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026. Brydon Carse and Jamie Overton will miss the series as they continue to be unavailable due to injuries.
Speaking about the inclusion of James Coles, England Men's national selector Marcus North said, "James Coles is an exciting addition and has earned his place following his performances with the England Lions and in T20 competitions here and abroad during the past 12 months."
Series details and context
The series will begin on July 1 in Chester-le-Street. The India series marks the start of a new T20I cycle for England, leading into the Olympics (where England players are likely to dominate the Team GB squad) and the T20 World Cup in 2028. It will also see Shreyas Iyer take over from Suryakumar Yadav as India's captain, while teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could make his international debut.
Full England squad
The 17-member squad includes: Harry Brook (captain), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Sonny Baker, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler, James Coles, Jordan Cox, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Will Jacks, Saqib Mahmood, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Josh Tongue, and Luke Wood.
