LONDON, England — Nat Sciver-Brunt will miss England Women’s three-match ODI series against Ireland as part of her ongoing injury management, with Charlie Dean once again taking over as stand-in captain for the September fixtures.
- Nat Sciver-Brunt: Ruled out of the Ireland ODI series as part of injury management.
- Charlie Dean: Returns as England’s stand-in captain after leading the side earlier this summer.
- Five senior players absent: Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Bell and Amy Jones will also miss the series.
- Squad development: England have included uncapped duo Grace Potts and Kira Chathli in a 15-player squad.
England vs Ireland: Sciver-Brunt to miss ODI series
Sciver-Brunt has been managing a calf problem for much of the summer. The injury caused her to miss England’s opening three matches of the T20 World Cup and also kept her out of several Hundred fixtures.
She returned to help Trent Rockets win the women’s Hundred title on Sunday, but had already indicated that she was likely to sit out England’s three ODIs against Ireland.
The England and Wales Cricket Board confirmed on Monday that Sciver-Brunt will not feature in the series, which begins on September 1.
Charlie Dean takes charge again
Dean will lead England after gaining valuable captaincy experience during the summer. She previously took charge during England’s series against New Zealand and also captained the side at the Women’s T20 World Cup.
Eight members of the 15-player Ireland squad were part of England’s World Cup campaign, giving the team a blend of international experience and opportunities for players pushing for greater involvement.
Alice Capsey will serve as the designated wicketkeeper throughout the three-match series.
England look to strengthen ODI playing pool
Head coach Charlotte Edwards has selected a squad designed to give more players opportunities in 50-over cricket. The series comes after England’s run to the Women’s T20 World Cup final and provides a chance to shift the focus towards longer-format skills.
Grace Potts and Kira Chathli are the only two uncapped players in the squad. Both have previously been part of England squads during the season.
Allrounder Charis Pavely also returns to the international setup after making her T20I debut against Ireland in 2024.
Ryana MacDonald-Gay is another notable inclusion. She returns after an 18-month absence following her recovery from a lower-back injury sustained in 2025.
Charlotte Edwards outlines England’s approach
Edwards said the Ireland fixtures are an important part of England’s summer programme and an opportunity for players to demonstrate their ability in the 50-over format.
“The focus has rightly been on T20 cricket for much of this year, but with a memorable run to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup final now behind us, this is a chance for players to display their 50-over skills and bank some valuable experience for the future.”
She also highlighted the depth available within English women’s cricket and said the series could allow emerging players to move closer to regular selection.
“We have got plenty of exciting and talented cricketers in our game and this is an opportunity for some of them to push themselves further forward by hopefully contributing to England victories and putting pressure on future selection.”
England Women’s squad for Ireland ODIs
| No. | Player | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charlie Dean | Captain |
| 2 | Maia Bouchier | Player |
| 3 | Alice Capsey | Designated wicketkeeper |
| 4 | Kira Chathli | Wicketkeeper-batter |
| 5 | Tilly Corteen-Coleman | Player |
| 6 | Sophia Dunkley | Player |
| 7 | Lauren Filer | Player |
| 8 | Dani Gibson | Player |
| 9 | Jodi Grewcock | Player |
| 10 | Freya Kemp | Player |
| 11 | Ryana MacDonald-Gay | Player |
| 12 | Charis Pavely | Player |
| 13 | Grace Potts | Player |
| 14 | Mady Villiers | Player |
| 15 | Issy Wong | Player |
Senior players unavailable for Ireland series
| Player | Status |
|---|---|
| Nat Sciver-Brunt | Absent for injury management |
| Danni Wyatt-Hodge | Not selected |
| Sophie Ecclestone | Not selected |
| Lauren Bell | Not selected |
| Amy Jones | Not selected |
What the Ireland series means for England
With several established players rested or unavailable, the Ireland ODIs give England an opportunity to assess the depth of their squad and provide competitive 50-over experience to players outside the regular core.
For Dean, the series adds another chapter to a summer that has already brought significant leadership responsibility. For the wider squad, strong performances could strengthen their claims for future selection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Nat Sciver-Brunt missing England’s Ireland ODIs?
Sciver-Brunt is sitting out the series as part of her injury management after dealing with a calf issue for much of the summer.
Who will captain England against Ireland?
Charlie Dean will captain England in the three-match ODI series against Ireland.
What happens next?
England will begin their three-match ODI series against Ireland on September 1. The fixtures will give the team an opportunity to build 50-over depth while several senior players are absent.
Source: Information and statements supplied in the source material, including the England Women’s squad announcement.
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