After a gruelling five-match Test series against India, England will now shift their focus to white ball cricket. Earlier today, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced the squads for their upcoming series against South Africa and Ireland. The Three Lions will first the Proteas for a three-match ODI series followed by as many T20Is before travelling to Ireland for three more short-format games.
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Melbourne Renegades Academy beat Australian Capital Territory by 9 wickets
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Interestingly, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and England talent Jacob Bethell has been handed over the captaincy reins for the Ireland T20Is, slated to start from September 17. In the process, 21-year-old Bethell will now become the youngest-ever England captain, eclipsing Monty Bowden, who held the record so far after leading England in a Test against South Africa in 1989 at 23 years and 144 days old.
On the other hand, 22-year-old fast bowling sensation Sonny Baker has also earned his maiden call-up to the national side and has been included in the squads for South Africa ODIs and Ireland T20Is. Capable of clocking speeds of 90mph, he had previously earned a development contract after impressing with the England Lions last winter. His name has also cropped up as a wildcard pick for the Ashes later this year and Baker will hope to make the most of his latest opportunity.
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Bowling all-rounder Rehan Ahmed returns to the ODI setup after last playing in 2023 and has been named in all three squads on the back of his incredible form.
After being promoted to the top of the Leicester batting order, Rehan Ahmed showcased immense potential, smashing five centuries in just 10 matches. With 760 runs at an impressive average of 50.66, he also currently leads his team’s run-scoring charts.
In the match against Derbyshire, the 21-year-old was unstoppable, claiming 6-51 and 7-93 while also scoring 115 in the first innings. This remarkable feat made him the first English cricketer since 1980 to score a century and take 13 wickets in the same first-class match. So far in the Championship, he has taken 23 wickets at an outstanding average of 19.
Rehan was also impressive in the T20 Blast this season, amassing 300 runs at an average of 42.85 and a strike rate of 136.98, including two half-centuries. Additionally, he has contributed with the ball, taking eight wickets at an economy of 27 across nine matches. The England spin prodigy has now continued his sublime run in the ongoing The Hundred 2025 as well.
Harry Brook (capt), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Sonny Baker, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler (wk), Brydon Carse, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Saqib Mahmood, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Jamie Smith (wk).
Harry Brook (capt), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler (wk), Brydon Carse, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Saqib Mahmood, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Jamie Smith (wk), Luke Wood.
Jacob Bethell (capt), Rehan Ahmed, Sonny Baker, Tom Banton, Jos Buttler (wk), Liam Dawson, Tom Hartley, Will Jacks, Saqib Mahmood, Jamie Overton, Matthew Potts, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt (wk), Luke Wood.
