England ODI Squad Announced for India Series: Atkinson, Mahmood Return, Two New Players Added The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has officially announced its 16-player squad for the three-match One-Day International (ODI) series against India, set to begin on 14 July 2026. The team, captained by Harry Brook, includes the return of experienced players like Gazza Atkinson and Saqib Mahmood, who had been sidelined due to injury. Two new additions, James Coles and Josh Tongue, will make their ODI debuts in the series. The squad features a blend of seasoned campaigners and emerging talents. Brook, a star batsman, will lead the team, while Jos Buttler, Joe Root, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, and Sam Curran are among the established names retained. Coles, an all-rounder from Sussex, and Tongue, a fast bowler, are the newcomers. Their inclusion highlights England’s focus on balancing experience with fresh talent for the high-stakes series. The series will be played across three venues: Edgbaston in Birmingham (14 July), Sophia Gardens in Cardiff (16 July), and Lord’s in London (19 July). The matches are scheduled for 3:30 PM IST on the first and third days, and 5:30 PM IST on the second day. The ECB’s announcement was shared via social media, emphasizing the significance of the fixtures. England’s ODI squad includes: Harry Brook (captain), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Gazza Atkinson, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler, James Coles, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Saqib Mahmood, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, and Josh Tongue.#harry_brook #england_and_wales_cricket_board #james_coles #gazza_atkinson #saqib_mahmood
