The England cricket team has made a change to their squad just before the three-match T20 series against Ireland. The initially announced squad was to be captained by Jacob Bethell, but a new face has now been added to the team.
Sports News: The England cricket team has made a significant change to their squad ahead of the upcoming T20 International (T20I) series against Ireland. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced that Jordan Cox, who is in excellent form, has been included in the team. This three-match series will be played in September 2025, and England will be looking to win this series with a b performance from their new players.
Jordan Cox's Explosive Performance in The Hundred
24-year-old Jordan Cox showed brilliant form in the recently concluded The Hundred tournament 2025. He scored a total of 367 runs in 9 matches, becoming the highest run-scorer in the tournament. During this period, he also hit three half-centuries. His consistency and aggressive batting style impressed the selectors, which is why he has earned a place in the England T20 squad for the Ireland series.
Cox made his T20I debut for England in 2024. So far, in the two T20 matches he has played, he has scored 17 runs. Additionally, he has scored 22 runs in three ODI matches. However, his performances in domestic tournaments and franchise cricket have proven his ability to play long innings and strengthen the team.
Jacob Bethell Given Captaincy Responsibility
Young player Jacob Bethell will captain England in this series. This is the first time he has been handed the command of the national team. Bethell has played 13 T20 matches for England so far, in which he has scored 281 runs at an average of 40.14. His strike rate is 154.39, and this includes two half-centuries. His aggressive style and leadership qualities make him an important player in this series.
This three-match T20 series against Ireland holds special significance for England. On one hand, it serves as a platform to give opportunities to new players at the international level; on the other hand, it will also provide England an opportunity to test their bench strength before upcoming major tournaments. The Irish team has been performing well in the T20 format over the last few years, and this series against England will be challenging for them as well. England will want young players like Cox and Bethell to make their mark and contribute to the team's victory.
England T20I Squad
Jacob Bethell (Captain), Rehan Ahmed, Sonny Baker, Tom Banton, Jos Buttler, Liam Dawson, Tom Hartley, Will Jacks, Saqib Mahmood, Jamie Overton, Matthew Potts, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Luke Wood, and Jordan Cox.
