Kira Chathli named England A captain for India series in 2026

Kira Chathli will lead England A women’s team against India in three T20s and three ODIs starting June 20, 2026.

Squad composition and experience The England A teams feature three players with senior England caps—Jodi Grewcock, Ryana MacDonald-Gay, and Charis Pavely—alongside several players vying for future England selection such as Davina Perrin, Grace Scrivens, and Sophia Smale. The squads will face India in a six-match series, beginning with three T20s followed by three one-day games. The campaign starts on June 20 in Northampton under the guidance of England Women’s lead batting coach Jon Lewis. ## Coach's perspective on the series Jon Lewis emphasized that the India series will serve as another measure of the group’s progress. He noted that earning a spot in England A signals a player is on the right path, but the real challenge lies in consistent domestic performances to push for senior selection. Lewis also highlighted the value of international competition for development and expressed his enthusiasm for Kira Chathli’s leadership role. 'The India series will be another test of where this very talented group of players is at,' Lewis said. 'Earning selection for an A side is proof you're on the right path, but the next challenge is scoring runs or taking wickets consistently in domestic cricket and pushing for senior selection. A series against another nation is always a positive thing and I'm sure we'll learn a lot from it. I'm delighted for Kira, I'm sure she'll look forward to leading the group and I know she'll take a lot from it.' ## Chathli’s leadership credentials Kira Chathli recently took over as Surrey’s 50-over captain, guiding the team to five victories from eight group-stage matches in the early stages of the competition. Her rise appears to have placed her ahead of Essex’s Grace Scrivens, who captained the England A side in the previous year. Chathli will now lead both the T20 and 50-over England A squads in the upcoming series against India. ## England Women A T20 squad details The England Women A T20 squad includes Kira Chathli (captain), Grace Ballinger, Jodi Grewcock, Emma Jones, Ryana MacDonald-Gay, Ella McCaughan, Kalea Moore, Charis Pavely, Davina Perrin, Grace Potts, Grace Scrivens, Sophia Smale, and Alexa Stonehouse. The three T20 matches are scheduled for June 20 in Northampton, June 23 in Northampton, and June 25 in Chelmsford. ## England Women A 50-over squad details The England Women A 50-over squad features Kira Chathli (captain), Grace Ballinger, Jodi Grewcock, Ella McCaughan, Flo Miller, Charis Pavely, Davina Perrin, Charley Phillips, Grace Potts, Grace Scrivens, Chloe Skelton, Sophia Smale, and Alexa Stonehouse. The three 50-over matches are set for June 28 in Taunton, July 1 in Taunton, and July 4 in Taunton.