England Seamer Saqib Mahmood Ruled Out Ireland, New Zealand T20Is Knee Injury

England seamer Saqib Mahmood has been ruled out of the upcoming T20I series against Ireland and the white-ball tour of New Zealand due to a knee injury requiring minor surgery, marking another setback in his injury-plagued career. Mahmood had shown promising form recently, including nine wickets during the T20I series in the Caribbean and a key role in England’s 3-0 ODI sweep of the same opponents, but his latest injury denies him a chance to push for inclusion in the T20 World Cup squad. Hampshire seamer Scott Currie has been named as Mahmood’s replacement; the 24-year-old has impressed with 27 wickets in the T20 Blast and has previously played three ODIs for Scotland. Currie’s selection reflects his strong domestic performances and adds fresh energy to England’s bowling attack, though ICC regulations would make him ineligible to play for Scotland for three years if he debuts for England. England’s squad for the Ireland series is understrength, with several senior multi-format players rested as they prepare for the Ashes. The T20I matches against Ireland are scheduled for September 17, 19, and 21 at Malahide, followed by tours in New Zealand with T20I and ODI series from October 18 to November 1.