Phoebe Brett, Maria Andrews named in England U-19 squad for India T20 series and 2027 World Cup
Synopsis
England have named their most prepared U-19 women's squad yet — built around Warwickshire spinner Phoebe Brett, the sole survivor from the 2025 Malaysia campaign, and returning reserve Maria Andrews. A five-match T20 series in India starting 26 November doubles as a World Cup dress rehearsal, with the squad staying on for extra outdoor camps before heading to Nepal and Bangladesh in early 2027.
Key Takeaways
England U-19 women's squad of 15 players announced for the India T20 series and ICC U-19 Women's T20 World Cup 2027 .
Phoebe Brett is the only player retained from England's 2025 World Cup campaign; Maria Andrews earns first full call-up after serving as a non-travelling reserve.
The five-match T20 series against India begins in Baroda on 26 November 2026 , with three further games in Surat .
The ICC U-19 Women's T20 World Cup is scheduled for January-February 2027 in Nepal and Bangladesh .
Squad will remain in India post-series for an additional week of outdoor training camps before the World Cup.
Five non-travelling reserves — including Ivreen Dhaliwal and Isobel Thorndike — will join all preparation camps.
Warwickshire spinner Phoebe Brett and The Blaze all-rounder Maria Andrews have been named in a 15-player England U-19 squad for a winter tour of India and the subsequent ICC U-19 Women's T20 World Cup, scheduled to be held across Nepal and Bangladesh in January-February 2027. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed the squad on 25 September 2026, outlining a packed winter itinerary that begins with a five-match T20 series against India in November-December 2026.
Key Selections and Squad Background
Phoebe Brett is the only player retained from England's 2025 U-19 Women's T20 World Cup campaign in Malaysia, where the side fell to eventual champions India in the semi-finals. Maria Andrews, who served as a non-travelling reserve during that edition, has now earned a full call-up to the main squad — a reward for her consistent domestic performances. The team captain is yet to be announced, with the ECB stating that the decision will be confirmed at a later date.
India Series Fixtures and Preparation Plan
The five-match T20 series against India will kick off in Baroda on 26 November 2026, with the first two games hosted at that venue before the action shifts to Surat for the remaining three fixtures. Following the conclusion of the series, the squad will remain in India for an additional week of outdoor training camps before departing for the World Cup. This in-country preparation window is a deliberate strategic choice, designed to keep players match-ready closer to the tournament.
What the Head Coach Said
England U-19 head coach Chris Guest described the assignment as a major step forward in squad preparation. 'This is an exciting opportunity for this group of players who will be the best prepared squad we will have sent to the U19 Women's World Cup,' Guest said. He added: 'The aspiration as always is to win the U19 World Cup. Taking on board learnings from previous campaigns, we have gone about things slightly differently this time, ensuring that our players are getting some game time outdoors much closer to the tournament.' Guest also underlined that the winter goals are twofold — competitive success and long-term player development. 'We want to win the World Cup, and we are also developing players and helping them prepare for what their career might look like in a professional environment,' he said.
Non-Travelling Reserves
Five non-travelling reserves — Ava Clive, Ivreen Dhaliwal, Libby Fellows, Lucy Randle-Bissell, and Isobel Thorndike — will participate in all preparation camps, including the training period in India at the end of the T20 series. Their inclusion in camps ensures depth cover and keeps a wider pool of players in contention ahead of the World Cup.
Full England U-19 Squad
The 15-player squad is: Maria Andrews, Amelie Bishop, Phoebe Brett, Eliza Bristowe, Flora Davies, Holly Garton, Bryony Gillgrass, Genevieve Jeer, Amelia Oliver, Shristi Patil, Prarthana Reddy, Faith Teekasingh, Clara Thacker, Skye Thomas, and Venus Weerappuli. The appointment of a captain is expected to be confirmed in the coming weeks ahead of the Baroda opener.
Point of View
Where players often arrived at global events underprepared in outdoor conditions. The retention of only Phoebe Brett from the Malaysia semi-final exit suggests a significant squad overhaul, not just evolution. Notably, the ECB has still not named a captain, which is an unusual gap this close to a bilateral series opener. Whether that delay reflects a genuine selection dilemma or a deliberate strategy will be worth watching as November approaches.
NationPress
25 Sept 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who has been named in the England U-19 women's squad for the India series and 2027 World Cup?
England have named a 15-player squad that includes Warwickshire spinner Phoebe Brett and The Blaze all-rounder Maria Andrews, among others. The full squad is: Maria Andrews, Amelie Bishop, Phoebe Brett, Eliza Bristowe, Flora Davies, Holly Garton, Bryony Gillgrass, Genevieve Jeer, Amelia Oliver, Shristi Patil, Prarthana Reddy, Faith Teekasingh, Clara Thacker, Skye Thomas, and Venus Weerappuli.
When and where does England's U-19 T20 series against India start?
The five-match T20 series begins on 26 November 2026 in Baroda, where the first two games will be played. The remaining three fixtures will be held in Surat.
Where is the ICC U-19 Women's T20 World Cup 2027 being held?
The ICC U-19 Women's T20 World Cup is scheduled to be held across Nepal and Bangladesh in January-February 2027. England's series in India serves as direct preparation for the tournament.
Why is Phoebe Brett significant in this squad?
Phoebe Brett is the sole player retained from England's 2025 U-19 World Cup campaign in Malaysia, where the side lost to eventual champions India in the semi-finals. Her continued selection reflects her standing as a key bowling option for the side.
Who are the non-travelling reserves for England U-19?
The five non-travelling reserves are Ava Clive, Ivreen Dhaliwal, Libby Fellows, Lucy Randle-Bissell, and Isobel Thorndike. Despite not travelling as part of the main squad, all five will participate in preparation camps, including the training week in India after the T20 series.
