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A New Era Begins… India national cricket team Tour of England 2026 Schedule, Squads & Big Selection Shocks Revealed

Shubman Gill takes charge, Shreyas Iyer leads T20I side, while veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli return to ODI setup as India prepare for a high-voltage England tour after four years.

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June 22, 2026

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India national cricket team squad announcement ahead of England tour 2026 featuring Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer and senior stars.

After a long gap of four years, the India national cricket team is all set to return to England for a full-fledged white-ball series, marking one of the most anticipated overseas tours in recent times.

The last time India toured England for a white-ball series was in 2022, a memorable trip that featured a thrilling T20I contest and a closely fought ODI series. Since then, both teams have undergone major transitions, with fresh leadership, new talents, and shifting team dynamics.

Major Leadership Changes Shake Up Squads

One of the biggest talking points of this tour is India’s revamped leadership structure.

Shubman Gill has been appointed as the ODI captain
Shreyas Iyer will lead the T20I side
Tilak Varma has been named as vice-captain in T20Is

Big-name veterans Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli now feature only in the ODI setup, marking a clear generational transition in Indian cricket.

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Meanwhile, Suryakumar Yadav has been left out of the T20I squad, and Rishabh Pant continues to remain absent from the white-ball plans altogether—decisions that have sparked plenty of debate among fans and experts.

Teen Sensation Headlines Squad Selection

One of the most eye-catching inclusions is **15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who is set to travel on his first senior tour of England with the national team. The youngster is also likely to make his debut during the Ireland assignment before the England series begins, making him one of the youngest prospects in Indian cricket history.

The T20I squad under Shreyas Iyer also features exciting names like Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson, Harshit Rana, and Prince Yadav, forming a young and aggressive unit.

On the other hand, the ODI squad led by Gill brings back experience and firepower with Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah forming the backbone of the team.

Tour Schedule: Full T20I Action in England

The five-match T20I series will kick off on July 1 at Chester-le-Street, setting the tone for a packed white-ball contest.

1st T20I – July 1 (Chester-le-Street) – 10:00 PM IST
2nd T20I – July 4 (Manchester) – 7:00 PM IST
3rd T20I – July 7 (Nottingham) – 10:00 PM IST
4th T20I – July 9 (Bristol) – 10:00 PM IST
5th T20I – July 11 (Southampton) – 7:00 PM IST

The ODI fixtures will follow after the T20I series, completing a full white-ball tour across iconic English venues.

Telecast & Streaming Details

Fans in India can catch all the action live through official sports broadcasters and digital streaming platforms, ensuring full coverage of every T20I and ODI match. Exact broadcast partners and streaming apps are expected to be confirmed by official rights holders closer to the series start.

With new leadership, emerging stars, and returning legends, this England tour promises to be more than just a bilateral series—it marks the beginning of a new chapter for Indian cricket on the global stage.