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NEW DELHI: England on Friday announced a 16-member squad for the three-match ODI series against India later this month, with uncapped all-rounder James Coles and fast bowler Josh Tongue earning their maiden call-ups.India and England are currently playing a five-match T20I series before locking horns in three ODIs on July 14, 16 and 19 in Birmingham, Cardiff and Lord’s, respectively.
James Coles, Josh Tongue earn first ODI call-ups
The biggest talking points in England’s squad are the inclusions of Coles and Tongue, who are yet to make their ODI debuts.The selectors have also included seamers Gus Atkinson and Saqib Mahmood as England prepare to face a strong Indian side.
Jofra Archer returns
Fast bowler Jofra Archer has also been named in the squad and is set to return to ODI cricket for the first time since November 2025.His return will boost England’s pace attack ahead of the three-match series.
India to field strong squad
India are expected to field a near full-strength squad for the ODI series.Former captain Rohit Sharma and pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah are set to feature, while Virat Kohli‘s participation will depend on his fitness.
England ODI squad
Harry Brook (captain), Tom Banton (wicketkeeper), Jacob Bethell, Joe Root, Ben Duckett, Jos Buttler (wicketkeeper), Will Jacks, Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, James Coles, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Saqib Mahmood, Adil Rashid, Josh Tongue.
