England Women’s cricket enters a defining 2026 home summer under the long-term captaincy of Nat Sciver-Brunt across all three formats. After a transitional period under Heather Knight’s previous leadership era, Sciver-Brunt has emerged as one of the most influential leaders in the women’s game, balancing her role as captain with her status as one of the world’s premier all-rounders.

The 2026 home summer features the first standalone home Test in years, a marquee ODI series, and a high-profile T20I assignment ahead of the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in England later in the year. As a result, the squad combines experienced campaigners like Heather Knight, Tammy Beaumont, and Sophie Ecclestone with rising talent including Alice Capsey, Lauren Bell, and Em Arlott.

One captain, three formats, one consistent identity. Nevertheless, the depth across this squad gives England Women genuine reason for optimism going into the 2026 summer ahead.

England Women’s Cricket Squad: All Formats at a Glance

Format	Players
Test	Nat Sciver-Brunt (C), Tammy Beaumont, Lauren Bell, Maia Bouchier, Kate Cross, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Amy Jones, Freya Kemp, Heather Knight, Danni Wyatt-Hodge
ODI	Nat Sciver-Brunt (C), Em Arlott, Tammy Beaumont, Lauren Bell, Alice Capsey, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Sarah Glenn, Amy Jones, Heather Knight, Emma Lamb, Linsey Smith, Danni Wyatt-Hodge
T20I	Nat Sciver-Brunt (C), Em Arlott, Tammy Beaumont, Lauren Bell, Alice Capsey, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sarah Glenn, Amy Jones, Heather Knight, Paige Scholfield, Linsey Smith, Issy Wong, Danni Wyatt-Hodge

England Women’s Test Squad

England Women’s Test side carries the weight of being the only side to consistently feature multi-format Test cricket alongside Australia, India, and South Africa. Furthermore, the squad balances world-class power-hitters with a deep spin attack and emerging pace bowlers. The batting unit revolves around Tammy Beaumont, the most prolific Test run-scorer in modern English women’s cricket. Alongside her, Heather Knight brings experience and tactical leadership at number three. In addition, Nat Sciver-Brunt anchors the middle order with her all-round abilities.

In terms of new entries, Maia Bouchier and Freya Kemp stand out most. Bouchier brings explosive top-order intent across all formats, while Kemp adds genuine all-rounder depth at just 21 years old. The pace attack features Lauren Bell and Lauren Filer, two of the most aggressive seamers in world women’s cricket. Meanwhile, Charlie Dean and Sophie Ecclestone handle the spin department, with Ecclestone widely regarded as the world’s best left-arm orthodox bowler. For balance, Kate Cross and Amy Jones add experience around the younger faces.

Test Squad: Nat Sciver-Brunt (C), Tammy Beaumont, Lauren Bell, Maia Bouchier, Kate Cross, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Amy Jones, Freya Kemp, Heather Knight, Danni Wyatt-Hodge

England Women’s ODI Squad

Sciver-Brunt leads England’s 50-over side with a clear plan to climb the ICC Women’s ODI rankings. The ODI setup pulls in white-ball specialists alongside the Test regulars. Amy Jones returns as wicketkeeper after solidifying her place in the side following Sarah Taylor’s retirement. Her experience in high-pressure chases still makes her vital. Additionally, Em Arlott brings right-arm seam in the powerplay overs and contributes useful lower-order hitting.

In terms of new faces, Sarah Glenn is one of the most exciting options. At 26, the leg-spinner has emerged as one of the most consistent wicket-takers in white-ball cricket. Alongside her, Sophie Ecclestone provides the world-class left-arm spin variety. Together, they give England two quality spin options. Furthermore, Linsey Smith adds left-arm orthodox spin variety, while Alice Capsey and Emma Lamb provide all-rounder depth across the middle order. The batting depth through Beaumont, Dunkley, and Wyatt-Hodge then rounds the lineup off nicely.

ODI Squad: Nat Sciver-Brunt (C), Em Arlott, Tammy Beaumont, Lauren Bell, Alice Capsey, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Filer, Sarah Glenn, Amy Jones, Heather Knight, Emma Lamb, Linsey Smith, Danni Wyatt-Hodge

England Women’s T20I Squad

Sciver-Brunt captains a T20I squad that prepares for the 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in England later in the year. England Women have already shown intent across the white-ball format. They reached the semi-finals of the previous T20 World Cup before falling short to eventual finalists. The standout performer at that tournament was Sciver-Brunt herself with multiple match-winning innings.

In addition, Danni Wyatt-Hodge gives England Women one of the most destructive T20 openers in world cricket. Amy Jones also stays in the setup as the first-choice wicketkeeper. As for new entries, Paige Scholfield adds all-rounder depth while Issy Wong provides fresh pace and aggression. Meanwhile, the bowling relies on Lauren Bell and Sarah Glenn as key match-winners. Finally, Charlie Dean and Linsey Smith offer spin variety across all phases. Overall, this squad fights to the last ball, with the World Cup at home set to be the defining campaign of the year.

T20I Squad: Nat Sciver-Brunt (C), Em Arlott, Tammy Beaumont, Lauren Bell, Alice Capsey, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Sarah Glenn, Amy Jones, Heather Knight, Paige Scholfield, Linsey Smith, Issy Wong, Danni Wyatt-Hodge

Coaching and Support Staff

Charlotte Edwards heads the operation as head coach, taking over the reins from previous head coach Jon Lewis in early 2025. Edwards is widely regarded as one of the greatest captains in England Women’s history and brings unmatched playing experience to the role. Despite the recent transition, the ECB has backed her to bring stability and a winning culture to the side. Carl Crowe serves as assistant coach and brings valuable spin-bowling expertise from his coaching career.

In terms of specialist coaches, Mark Robinson handles the batting department after a long association with England Women’s cricket. His own prolific coaching career makes him well suited to the role. Meanwhile, Salliann Briggs works with the spinners. Her experience as a former England leg-spinner gives her strong credibility with the likes of Glenn, Smith, and Ecclestone.

Finally, Jon Lewis transitioned from head coach to fast-bowling coach in 2025. Lewis is widely regarded as one of the most respected pace bowling coaches in the world. His influence on England Women’s bowling attack, which features genuine pace through Bell, Filer, and Wong, is clear to see.

Together, this staff builds a setup that prioritises intent and fearlessness in every format. Furthermore, the blend of experienced former internationals across every department gives the players a strong support system as England Women target home World Cup success in 2026.

Position	Name
Head Coach	Charlotte Edwards
Assistant Coach	Carl Crowe
Batting Coach	Mark Robinson
Spin Bowling Coach	Salliann Briggs
Fast Bowling Coach	Jon Lewis