England have included uncapped all-rounder James Coles and fast bowler Josh Tongue in a 16-member squad for the three-match ODI series against India, scheduled for July 14, 16, and 19 in Birmingham, Cardiff, and Lord's respectively.
New faces in England's pace attack
The squad features seamers Gus Atkinson and Saqib Mahmood, along with Jofra Archer, who returns to ODI cricket after a lengthy absence. Archer's inclusion bolsters England's bowling options ahead of a series against a near full-strength Indian side.
India's strong lineup
India are expected to field a formidable team, with captain Rohit Sharma and pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah likely to feature. This presents a significant challenge for the English bowling unit, which will rely on a mix of experience and fresh talent.
Full England squad
The 16-member England squad is led by Harry Brook and includes Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Joe Root, Ben Duckett, Jos Buttler, Will Jacks, Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, James Coles, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Saqib Mahmood, Adil Rashid, and Josh Tongue.
Coles, a left-handed batter and slow left-arm orthodox bowler, has impressed in domestic cricket, while Tongue, a right-arm fast bowler, adds depth to the pace attack. According to the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), the selection reflects a balance between youth and experience.
Series schedule
The three ODIs will be played on July 14 at Edgbaston, Birmingham; July 16 at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff; and July 19 at Lord's, London. The series is part of both teams' preparation for upcoming international commitments.
