Arjit Kumar - Tuesday, Dec 30, 2025Image Source: Getty
England T20 World Cup 2026 Squad: England has kicked off its preparations for the 2026 T20 World Cup. For this major tournament, which will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, England has announced its 15-member provisional squad.
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England has announced its preliminary squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup, including star fast bowler Jofra Archer. Although Archer is currently recovering from a side strain injury and will not be traveling with the team for the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka next month, he has been included in the World Cup plans.
Harry Brook to Lead the Team: The biggest news from the squad announcement is the change in captaincy. Harry Brook has been appointed the new captain, while former captain Jos Buttler will remain in the team as a player. Only eight players from the 2024 squad have been retained, including names like Phil Salt, Sam Curran, and Adil Rashid.
Josh Tongue Gets First Call-Up: Fast bowler Josh Tongue has received his first call-up to the T20 international team. He has been included in the squad for both the Sri Lanka tour and the World Cup. On the other hand, veterans like Jonny Bairstow, Moeen Ali, Liam Livingstone, and Mark Wood have not found a place in the squad this time.
Sri Lanka Tour and World Cup Schedule: Just before the World Cup, England will tour Sri Lanka, where they will play three ODIs and three T20 matches starting January 22nd. Immediately after that, the World Cup will begin on February 7th, with England playing their first match against Nepal in Mumbai on February 8th.
England ODI squad: Harry Brook (captain), Rehan Ahmed, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler, Brydon Carse, Zak Crawley, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Luke Wood.
