England names 17-player squad for T20I series vs India

England has named a 17-player squad for its upcoming five-match T20 International series against India, with uncapped Sussex all-rounder James Coles earning his first senior call-up. The squad was announced on Monday, June 22, with Yorkshire's Harry Brook confirmed as captain for the series, which begins on July 1 at the Riverside Ground in Chester-le-Street.

The 22-year-old Coles, a left-arm spin bowling all-rounder, has been included following a breakout 12 months in domestic and franchise cricket. His performances for the England Lions, Sussex, and in tournaments like the SA20 and The Hundred impressed selectors. Coles became the most expensive player in the 2026 Men's Hundred auction, secured by London Spirit for £390,000. National selector Marcus North said Coles is an exciting addition who has earned his place.

The squad sees recalls for Jordan Cox, Sonny Baker, and Saqib Mahmood, all of whom were not part of England's campaign at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup earlier this year. Fast bowler Brydon Carse and seam-bowling all-rounder Jamie Overton are unavailable due to injury, while Ben Duckett has been omitted from the group.

North explained that the larger-than-usual...