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England Confirms Playing XI for India T20 Opener
1 Jul
Summary
- England's playing XI for the opening T20I against India is set.
- The squad boasts over 650 international T20 caps combined.
- The series begins Wednesday at the Riverside Ground in Durham.

England has revealed its playing XI for the opening T20 International against India, with captain Harry Brook at the helm. The chosen squad features significant international experience, amassing over 650 T20 caps, underscoring their readiness for the upcoming five-match series.
The series opener is slated for Wednesday at the Riverside Ground in Chester-le-Street, Durham. This marks England's return to home soil following their semi-final finish in the recent T20 World Cup. India enters the series after a recent 2-0 defeat against Ireland in Belfast.
Phil Salt and Jos Buttler are anticipated to open the batting, with captain Brook positioned at number three. The middle order will be bolstered by young all-rounder Jacob Bethell and Tom Banton. Sam Curran, Will Jacks, and Liam Dawson provide further depth to both batting and bowling capabilities. The bowling attack will be spearheaded by pacers Saqib Mahmood and Luke Wood, complemented by the leg-spin of Adil Rashid.