By Zainab Shafiq 
As England women gear up for a highly anticipated home showdown, a fresh mix of rising stars and returning names are set to feature in the West Indies series. But one notable absence looms large, star spinner Sophie Ecclestone will sit out due to a lingering knee issue, despite her recent return to the pitch with a half-century for Lancashire.
While Ecclestone’s absence will be felt, the spotlight now turns to seamer Issy Wong, who is poised for a comeback after nearly eight months away from international cricket. Her re-selection signals England’s intent to blend youth and experience for the upcoming white-ball series.
Wong Returns, Ecclestone Recovering, New Faces Emerge for England vs West Indies Series
This women’s series will also see Warwickshire’s Emily Arlott included across both ODI and T20I formats. Though yet to debut, Arlott’s domestic performances have pushed her into the reckoning. Alongside her, returning batters Alice Davidson-Richards and Emma Lamb earn ODI recalls following standout campaigns in the Metro Bank One Day Cup.
Tammy Beaumont and Linsey Smith are set for double duty, chosen for both formats, Smith especially rewarded for topping the wicket charts in domestic 50-over cricket. Mahika Gaur also returns to the ODI setup, hoping to make an impact after recovering from injury.
England’s selectors, now led by Lydia Greenway, have made it clear: fitness, form, and domestic consistency are driving squad choices. The squad omissions, including Maia Bouchier, Freya Kemp, and Danielle Gibson (all due to injury or form), underscore the fierce competition for places.
With Charlotte Edwards at the helm and a squad full of fresh intent, England look ready to challenge West Indies with renewed firepower in both formats. As the England-West Indies women’s series gets underway, fans will be watching closely to see which new faces seize their opportunity on the international stage.
England Women’s Squads for West Indies Series
| Format | Player Names |
|---|---|
| T20I | Nat Sciver-Brunt (capt), Emily Arlott, Tammy Beaumont, Lauren Bell, Alice Capsey, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sarah Glenn, Amy Jones, Heather Knight, Paige Scholfield, Linsey Smith, Issy Wong, Danni Wyatt-Hodge |
| ODI | Nat Sciver-Brunt (capt), Alice Davidson-Richards, Emily Arlott, Tammy Beaumont, Lauren Bell, Kate Cross, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Mahika Gaur, Sarah Glenn, Amy Jones, Heather Knight, Emma Lamb, Linsey Smith |
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