Star all-rounder set to make T20I comeback as England announce playing XI for 1st T20I match against South Africa

Star all-rounder is set to make his T20I comeback for England in the 1st T20I match against South Africa. Read the article to know more about the player.

England team (Image Credit: ECB)

After a prolific performance in the ODI series against England, South Africa are ready to take on the hosts in the 3-match T20I series, starting on September 10, 2025. The teams have announced their squads long back but England announced their playing XI for the match ahead of the first T20I clash. This time, all-rounder Sam Curran will play his first match under Brendon McCullum.

While Jamie Smith and Ben Duckett are rested for the series, Phil Salt marks his return as well. He has been away from international cricket due to paternity leave. Now, he is back and is all excited to play the series. On the other hand, the Proteas are yet to announce their playing XI ahead of their first clash.

England's playing XI: Phil Salt, Jos Buttler, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (capt), Sam Curran, Tom Banton, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid.

South Africa's dominance in ODIs continue

For the second time in two months, South Africa won the ODI series 2-1. It all started in Australia when they beat them in their own home ground. The Proteas played some quality cricket and defended the totals really well. Overall, it was a combined effort from the entire team. Everybody played well and that resulted in a series win.

This time, the Proteas continued their dominance in the ODI cricket by beating England in their own backyard. They won the first two matches fair and square and led the series 2-0 until the hosts made a stunning comeback in the series. Since it was a 3-match series, England still lost it but the final game ended on a positive note. With this, South Africa will be looking forward to winning the T20I series as well.

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