England is set to face Australia in an elaborate white-ball cricket assignment that includes three Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) and five One-Day Internationals (ODIs). This series serves as a crucial opportunity for both teams to evaluate their strengths and weaknesses in the respective formats, especially with the Champions Trophy looming early next year. It’s a significant period for both squads as they look to fine-tune their setups and bring in newer talents.
The absence of Jos Buttler, England’s regular captain, in the T20I series is a major talking point. Buttler is currently recovering from a calf injury, which puts his participation in the ODIs under doubt as well. In Buttler’s absence, Phil Salt is set to lead the English side in the T20Is. This will be Salt’s first experience in a captaincy role at the international level, presenting an intriguing subplot to the series.
Australia, buoyed by their recent 3-0 series win over Scotland, enter the series with high confidence and are considered favorites. Yet, England’s home advantage cannot be underestimated, which promises competitive and enthralling encounters. The series will also serve as a transition period with some new faces in the English squad, including promising talents like Jacob Bethell and Dan Mousely.
Here’s a detailed look at the complete schedule and team squads for the series:
**Complete Series Schedule:**
– **1st T20I**: September 11, Rose Bowl, Southampton
– **2nd T20I**: September 13, Sofia Gardens, Cardiff
– **3rd T20I**: September 15, Old Trafford, Manchester
– **1st ODI**: September 19, Trent Bridge, Nottingham at 3:30 PM IST
– **2nd ODI**: September 21, Headingley, Leeds at 6:30 PM IST
– **3rd ODI**: September 24, Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street at 3:30 PM IST
– **4th ODI**: September 27, Lord’s, London at 6:30 PM IST
– **5th ODI**: September 29, County Ground, Bristol at 3:30 PM IST
**England’s Squads:**
*For T20Is*:
– Phil Salt (c), Jofra Archer, Jacob Bethell, Brydon Carse, Jordan Cox, Sam Curran, Josh Hull, Will Jacks, Liam Livingstone, Saqib Mahmood, Dan Mousley, Adil Rashid, Jamie Overton, Reece Topley, John Turner.
*For ODIs*:
– Jos Buttler (captain), Jofra Archer, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Jordan Cox, Ben Duckett, Josh Hull, Will Jacks, Matthew Potts, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Jamie Smith, Olly Stone, Reece Topley, John Turner.
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**Australia’s Squads:**
*For T20Is*:
– Mitchell Marsh (c), Marcus Stoinis, Cameron Green, Tim David, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Aaron Hardie, Xavier Bartlett, Cooper Connolly, Adam Zampa.
*For ODIs*:
– Mitchell Marsh (c), Glenn Maxwell, Alex Carey (wk), Travis Head, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Aaron Hardie, Josh Hazlewood, Josh Inglis, Sean Abbott, Marnus Labuschagne, Cameron Green, Matthew Short, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa.
**Broadcast Details:**
Cricket enthusiasts in India can catch the live broadcast of the England vs Australia white-ball series on the Sony Sports 5 and Sony Sports 5 HD channels. Additionally, the matches will be available for live streaming on the SonyLiv app and website, ensuring fans don’t miss any action. Fancode will also stream all the eight matches of the series, expanding the viewing options for the audience.
The series is not just a spectacle of cricket but a vital preparatory ground leading up to significant tournaments. Both England and Australia are known for their competitive spirit and strategic gameplay, making this encounter much anticipated by cricket fans worldwide. The emergence of new players adds an extra layer of excitement, as fans and selectors alike get to see future stars in action.
England, with their robust framework and home advantage, will be keen to put up a formidable fight against Australia, who are riding high on momentum. Each match promises to be a battle of tactics, skill, and endurance, setting the stage for some high-octane cricketing action. All eyes will be on how Phil Salt manages his leadership role and how effectively Australia’s seasoned campaigners perform on foreign ground. Let the games begin!
