Archive · 30 Dec 2025
England Names T20 World Cup Squad
England has picked their team for the T20 World Cup.
They chose Jofra Archer, who is hurt, and a new player named Josh Tongue.
Harry Brook will be the captain.
They will play other teams like West Indies and Bangladesh.
Before the World Cup, they will play some games in Sri Lanka to practice.
The World Cup starts on February 7 in India and Sri Lanka.
England wants to do well in the tournament.
They will start their campaign against Nepal on February 8, 2025.
Jofra Archer, recovering from an injury, is included in England's T20 World Cup squad.
Joshua Tongue, an uncapped player, is also selected for the tournament.
Harry Brook will lead England in his first World Cup as captain.
Ben Duckett is brought back as an opener, replacing Jamie Smith.
England will play practice matches in Sri Lanka before the World Cup starts.
- Who
- England's cricket team
- What
- Announced their squad for the T20 World Cup
- When
- February 7, 2025 to March 2025 (exact end date not specified)
- Where
- India and Sri Lanka
- Why
- To compete in the T20 World Cup
- Tournament
- T20 World Cup
- Host Countries
- India and Sri Lanka
- Start Date
- February 7, 2025
- England's Group
- Group C
- Group Opponents
- West Indies, Bangladesh, Nepal, Italy
- England Captain
- Harry Brook
- Injured Player
- Jofra Archer
- Newcomer
- Josh Tongue
- Squad Size
- 15
- Tournament Opener
- February 11, 2025 against West Indies in Mumbai
Sources
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