The Indian cricket team is all set to face England in a five-match T20I series starting January 22, 2025. With Suryakumar Yadav leading the side, this series marks a significant chapter for Team India as they gear up for the Champions Trophy in February. Here’s a detailed look at the squad, schedule, and key highlights.
Full Schedule for India vs England T20 Series 2025
| Match | Date | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I | January 22 | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 7:00 PM |
| 2nd T20I | January 25 | MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai | 7:00 PM |
| 3rd T20I | January 28 | Niranjan Shah Stadium, Rajkot | 7:00 PM |
| 4th T20I | January 31 | MCA Stadium, Pune | 7:00 PM |
| 5th T20I | February 2 | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 7:00 PM |
India’s T20 Squad for England 2025
The Men’s Selection Committee has announced a 15-member squad featuring experienced players and young talent. Suryakumar Yadav will captain the side, while Axar Patel serves as vice-captain.
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Suryakumar Yadav (C) | Batter |
| Axar Patel (VC) | All-rounder |
| Sanju Samson (WK) | Wicketkeeper-Batter |
| Dhruv Jurel (WK) | Wicketkeeper-Batter |
| Abhishek Sharma | Batter |
| Tilak Varma | Batter |
| Hardik Pandya | All-rounder |
| Rinku Singh | Batter |
| Nitish Kumar Reddy | All-rounder |
| Harshit Rana | Bowler |
| Arshdeep Singh | Bowler |
| Mohammad Shami | Bowler |
| Varun Chakaravarthy | Bowler |
| Ravi Bishnoi | Bowler |
| Washington Sundar | All-rounder |
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Highlights
Sanju Samson’s Stellar Form
- Sanju Samson enters the series after a record-breaking 2024, where he scored three T20I centuries.
- With 810 runs from 37 matches at a strike rate of 155.17, he remains a key asset for India’s batting lineup.
Shami’s International Comeback
- Veteran pacer Mohammad Shami returns to T20Is after recovering from an ankle injury. His inclusion bolsters India’s pace attack, especially in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah.
Leadership Under Suryakumar Yadav
- Suryakumar Yadav, known for his innovative batting, continues to lead the T20 side with a vision to strengthen India’s T20 setup ahead of global tournaments.
England’s Squad for the T20 Series
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Jos Buttler (C) | Wicketkeeper-Batter |
| Harry Brook (VC) | Batter |
| Phil Salt (WK) | Wicketkeeper-Batter |
| Jacob Bethell | All-rounder |
| Liam Livingstone | Batter |
| Rehan Ahmed | Bowler |
| Jofra Archer | Bowler |
| Gus Atkinson | Bowler |
| Brydon Carse | Bowler |
| Ben Duckett | Batter |
| Jamie Overton | Bowler |
| Jamie Smith | Batter |
| Adil Rashid | Bowler |
| Saqib Mahmood | Bowler |
| Mark Wood | Bowler |
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With a mix of experienced players and emerging talents, India’s T20 squad for the England series 2025 promises thrilling cricket action. The five-match series will not only serve as a litmus test for players but also as a preparation ground for the Champions Trophy 2025.
Stay tuned for updates and match highlights as two of the strongest cricketing nations clash in this exciting series!
