| 1st Match | 1877 |
| Captain | Test: Ben Stokes ODI: Harry Brook T20I: Harry Brook |
| Coach | Brendon McCullum |
| World Cup Titles | ODI: 1 (2019) T20I: 2 (2010, 2022) |
| Board | England Cricket Board (ECB) |
The first recorded cricket match involving England took place on August 3, 1836, between members of the Royal Amateur Society on Hampton Court Green. However, the origins of cricket in England date back even further, with the earliest definite reference to the game from 1597. Cricket has since evolved significantly, with the first official Test match between England and Australia held in 1877 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
England Cricket Team squad
| Format | Squad Members |
|---|---|
| Test | Joe Root, Ben Stokes, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Zak Crawley, Jonny Bairstow, Ben Foakes, Jack Leach, Mark Wood, Chris Woakes, Dom Sibley, Dan Lawrence, Saqib Mahmood, Rehan Ahmed |
| ODI | Jos Buttler (c), Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Ben Duckett, Jamie Overton, Jamie Smith, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Saqib Mahmood, Phil Salt, Mark Wood |
| T20I | Jos Buttler (c), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook, Brydon Carse, Ben Duckett, Jamie Overton, Jamie Smith, Liam Livingstone, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood, Phil Salt, Mark Wood |
England Cricket Team bio
The England cricket team, also known as the Three Lions, represents England and Wales in international cricket. Governed by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), the team has a rich history dating back to its first Test match in 1877 against Australia. England is a founding member of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and has full membership status.
The team’s current Test captain is Ben Stokes, while Jos Buttler leads the ODI and T20I squads. Under the coaching of Brendon McCullum, England has been known for its aggressive and innovative approach to the game.
England has played 1,083 Test matches, winning 400, losing 328, and drawing 355. They have also participated in 805 ODIs, winning 403, and 199 T20Is, winning 1041. The team has won the Cricket World Cup once (2019) and the T20 World Cup twice (2010, 2022).
The team’s home ground is the Lord’s Cricket Ground in London, often referred to as the “Home of Cricket.” England’s traditional colours are white with red accents, and they are known for their passionate fan base and competitive spirit.
England Squad for T20 World Cup 2026
Harry Brook (Captain), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Josh Tongue, Luke Wood
England Schedule for T20 World Cup 2026
| Date | Team 1 | Team 2 | Venue | Stage | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/02/2026 | England | Nepal | Mumbai | Group C | 15:00 |
| 11/02/2026 | England | West Indies | Mumbai | Group C | 19:00 |
| 14/02/2026 | England | Scotland | Kolkata | Group C | 15:00 |
| 16/02/2026 | England | Italy | Kolkata | Group C | 15:00 |
Administration and support staff
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Brendon McCullum |
| Assistant coach | Paul Collingwood |
| Batting coach | Marcus Trescothick |
| Spin bowling coach | Jeetan Patel |
| Fast-bowling coach | David Saker |
Sponsors
- Toyota: Principal/lead partner
- Vitality: Expanded partnership (long-term since 2014). Also title partner for Men’s and Women’s International T20s, T20 Blast, recreational T20, and Official Wellness Partner of The Hundred and Test cricket.
- KP Snacks: Official Team Partner
- Rothesay: Official Title Partner of Men’s and Women’s Test Matches; also an Official Partner of England Cricket and title sponsor of the Rothesay County Championship.
- Metro Bank, IG: Other key official partners
- Additional partners: Castore (official kit supplier), Sky Sports and BBC (broadcast/media), Chapel Down, Cognizant, SunGod.
England Cricket Team batting stats
Tests
| Rank | Player | Runs | Matches | Innings | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joe Root | 12,972 | 152 | 278 | 50.87 |
| 2 | Alastair Cook | 12,472 | 161 | 291 | 45.35 |
| 3 | Graham Gooch | 8,900 | 118 | 215 | 42.58 |
| 4 | Alec Stewart | 8,463 | 133 | 235 | 39.54 |
| 5 | David Gower | 8,231 | 117 | 204 | 44.25 |
ODIs
| Rank | Player | Runs | Matches | Innings | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eoin Morgan | 6,957 | 225 | 207 | 39.75 |
| 2 | Joe Root | 6,522 | 171 | 160 | 47.60 |
| 3 | Ian Bell | 5,416 | 161 | 157 | 37.87 |
| 4 | Paul Collingwood | 5,092 | 197 | 181 | 35.36 |
| 5 | Jos Buttler | 5,022 | 181 | 154 | 39.54 |
T20Is
| Player | Runs |
|---|---|
| Dawid Malan | 1,546 |
| Eoin Morgan | 1,016 |
| Alex Hales | 1,004 |
| Jos Buttler | 962 |
| Ben Stokes | 919 |
England Cricket Team bowling stats
Test Matches
| Bowler | Wickets |
|---|---|
| James Anderson | 704 |
| Stuart Broad | 604 |
| Ian Botham | 383 |
| Bob Willis | 325 |
| Fred Trueman | 307 |
One Day Internationals (ODIs)
| Bowler | Wickets |
|---|---|
| James Anderson | 269 |
| Darren Gough | 235 |
| Andrew Flintoff | 189 |
| Chris Woakes | 167 |
| Stuart Broad | 178 |
Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is)
| Bowler | Wickets |
|---|---|
| Chris Jordan | 74 |
| Adil Rashid | 63 |
| Stuart Broad | 65 |
| David Willey | 58 |
| Liam Plunkett | 56 |
England Cricket Team performance
| Format | Matches Played | Matches Won | Matches Lost | Draw/Tied | Win Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 1083 | 400 | 328 | 355 | 36.93% |
| ODI | 805 | 403 | 365 | 37 | 50.06% |
| T20I | 199 | 104 | 91 | 4 | 52.26% |
England Cricket Team key players
Ben Stokes
Ben Stokes is one of the most dynamic and influential players in the England team. Known for his all-round abilities, Stokes has excelled with both bat and ball. His aggressive and fearless approach to the game has earned him numerous Man of the Match awards. Stokes played a crucial role in England’s 2019 World Cup victory. His leadership skills were also on display when he captained England to a memorable Test victory against Australia in 2019.
Jos Buttler
Jos Buttler is a key player in England’s limited-overs formats. As a wicketkeeper-batsman, Buttler is known for his explosive batting and quick reflexes behind the stumps. He has been a consistent performer in ODIs and T20Is, often providing the finishing touches to England’s innings. Buttler’s ability to play innovative shots and his aggressive mindset make him a vital asset to the team.
Joe Root
Joe Root is England’s current Test captain and one of the best batsmen in the world. Root has consistently been a top performer for England, scoring over 12,000 Test runs. His elegant and technically sound batting style, combined with his leadership qualities, makes him a vital player for the team. Root’s ability to anchor the innings and build partnerships has been crucial to England’s success in Test cricket.
