By Kaif - Aug 16, 2025 01:26 PM
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England announced squad for T20I series against Ireland: England have announced their squads for the T20Is in Ireland. The team will play three ODIs and three 20-over matches against South Africa, starting on Tuesday, September 2 at Headingley in Leeds. The three-match T20I series against Ireland will be played at Malahide in Dublin, with the first match on Wednesday, September 17.
All-rounder Jacob Bethell has been named captain for the T20I series against Ireland, with the 21-year-old set to become England's youngest captain in an international match.
Fast bowler Sonny Baker has been called up to the international squad after impressive performances with England Lions and in the shorter formats of English domestic cricket. Barring Bethell, most of England's players across formats have been rested for the T20 series against Ireland. Marcus Trescothick will serve as head coach for the T20 leg of the tour.
Luke Wright impressed with Jacob Bethell's skills: England men's team chief selector Luke Wright said in an official ECB release on Friday, "Jacob Bethell has impressed with his leadership skills during his time with the England team and the series against Ireland will provide him with an opportunity to further hone his skills at the international level.
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Sonny Baker is a player we have been keeping an eye on for some time, and he has performed impressively while playing with England Lions. He has maintained his form this season in white ball cricket with Hampshire and Manchester Originals and he deserves a chance,".
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