England Names Jordan Cox, Jacob Bethell Leads Ireland T20I Squad

Jordan Cox has been recalled to the England T20I squad for the three-match series against Ireland in Dublin starting September 17, following his outstanding performance in The Hundred where he was the leading run-scorer and named player of the tournament. At 24, Cox has struggled with injuries that have hindered his international impact, including a broken thumb before a Test debut and a side strain, but his recent form with the Oval Invincibles has made his selection irresistible. The series will be led by 21-year-old Jacob Bethell, who is set to become England's youngest men's team captain, with many first-choice players rested ahead of the Ashes series. Cox, a wicketkeeper-batter, has previously played two T20Is and three ODIs for England but is now positioned to prove his consistency at the international level. The England squad for the Ireland series is a mix of youth and experience, providing opportunities for emerging talents like Cox and pacer Sonny Baker, who has received his maiden call-up. Head coach Brendon McCullum will skip the series, with Marcus Trescothick taking charge, underscoring the developmental nature of this tour.