London [UK]: The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) on Tuesday unveiled the squads for the upcoming white-ball series against West Indies, marking a new era in English cricket with Harry Brook taking over as captain for both the ODI and T20I formats.
Brook replaces Jos Buttler, who resigned following England’s winless campaign at the ICC Champions Trophy and successive failures to defend their ICC Cricket World Cup and ICC T20 World Cup titles. The appointment ushers in a fresh leadership chapter as England prepares for an intense summer showdown with the Caribbean side.
Brook Era Begins
The series marks Brook’s first assignment as skipper, and expectations are high as England looks to rebuild its white-ball legacy. The 25-year-old will lead a youthful squad featuring a mix of experience and emerging talent.
Notable Inclusions and Returns
- Liam Dawson returns to the T20I squad after a hiatus since September 2022.
- Phil Salt and Luke Wood are back in the T20 setup.
- Will Jacks features in both squads, signaling his growing value in the white-ball formats.
- Jofra Archer, who recently returned to competitive cricket, has been named in the ODI squad.
📋 Full Squads
ODI Squad:
Harry Brook (Captain), Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler, Brydon Carse, Ben Duckett, Tom Hartley, Will Jacks, Saqib Mahmood, Jamie Overton, Matthew Potts, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Jamie Smith.
T20I Squad:
Harry Brook (Captain), Rehan Ahmed, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler, Brydon Carse, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Saqib Mahmood, Jamie Overton, Matthew Potts, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Luke Wood.
🗓️ Series Schedule
ODIs:
- May 29 – 1st ODI, Edgbaston
- June 1 – 2nd ODI, Sophia Gardens
- June 3 – 3rd ODI, Kennington Oval
T20Is:
- June 6 – 1st T20I, Riverside Ground
- June 8 – 2nd T20I, County Ground, Bristol
- June 10 – 3rd T20I, The Rose Bowl
Looking Ahead
With Brook at the helm and a blend of youth and experience in the squad, England will aim to make a strong statement at home. The series also offers a platform for fringe players to cement their spots ahead of the next ICC tournaments.