Davina Perrin will not feature in the England roster announced for the upcoming Women’s T20 World Cup, while the selectors have chosen to give a debut to 18‑year‑old Surrey spin bowler Tilly Corteen‑Coleman. The squad, which will compete on home soil, is captained by Nat Sciver‑Brunt, who is embarking on her seventh T20 World Cup appearance. Alongside Corteen‑Coleman, the list includes other newcomers such as Warwickshire pacer Issy Wong and Durham all‑rounder Lauren Filer, all of whom are making their first appearance in a senior T20 World Cup squad.
Veteran Danni Wyatt‑Hodge of Surrey will be playing in her eighth tournament, underscoring the blend of experience and youth that England hopes will prove decisive. Charlie Dean, also from Somerset, has been appointed vice‑captain, joining a formidable group of all‑round talents. Fast bowler Lauren Bell from Hampshire will spearhead the pace attack, bringing her reputation for swing and accuracy to the forefront.
Head coach Charlotte Edwards explained the difficulty of the selection process: "There is no doubt that it has been incredibly tough to narrow the pool down to these fifteen names. This has been the hardest set of selection meetings I have ever been part of because the talent available is so deep and many players have put their hand up to be part of the squad, which is exactly what we want.
That is the nature of world‑class sport, and it is a privilege we don’t take lightly to make these difficult decisions. An ICC Women’s T20 World Cup on home soil is a special moment for the game in this country, and we are all highly motivated by what could be ahead for this group of players and what they can achieve this summer." Sciver‑Brunt added her own thoughts on the honor of leading the side at home: "It is a huge honour to be leading England into a T20 World Cup at home in front of family, friends and our passionate supporters.
We have all been looking forward to this summer and this tournament for some time now, and the naming of the squad means it is almost here. We can’t wait to get out onto the field and give it everything to win this World Cup again.
I remember how much winning in 2009 meant to the players and to Charlotte Edwards as captain, and being part of the team under Heather Knight for the 2017 ODI World Cup win was incredibly special. Now the aim is to replicate that success with this fantastic group of players who are putting their heart and soul into achieving our goal, and that hard work will continue throughout the summer as we start with games against New Zealand and India before the tournament begins." Corteen‑Coleman, who earned a Kent cap at the age of 11, expressed her excitement at being named: "I got the good news and I was absolutely buzzing. I’ve been on cloud nine ever since. Being a fresh face means opponents haven’t faced me much, which makes a big difference.
I love performing under pressure; I’ve had that exposure in front of crowds in domestic and county cricket and also in The Hundred. You won’t know until you’re there, but I feel I have a great support network around me and I’m as ready as I can be." Historical context: England were eliminated in the group stage both in 2010 and again in 2024, underscoring the desire to improve on past performances. Sky Sports Cricket analyst Tash Farrant commented on Corteen‑Coleman's selection: "There was a huge amount of excitement.
The big question was: would Tilly get picked? She secured a contract worth over £100,000 just a few months ago. Some might think she was chosen purely for potential because she’s only 18, but she has also proven herself in The Hundred with Southern Brave, even winning the competition with them.
She has bowled brilliantly against top‑class players and really impressed Charlotte Edwards, who coached Southern Brave before taking over as England women’s coach. I’ve played with Tilly at Surrey, and I’m excited to see what she can achieve at the next level." Further insights from Sky Sports Cricket's Atherton highlighted the players to watch: "I have to start with the captain, Nat Sciver‑Brunt.
It’s vital at a home tournament, with a lot of scrutiny, pressure and expectation, that the captain is a driving force and also one of the best players on the field. Opening bowler Lauren Bell is crucial in English conditions; finding movement with the new ball is essential." Heather Knight, England’s senior captain, told Sky Sports that the ambition for the home World Cup, beginning in June, is to "create a real legacy for women’s cricket in this country," drawing parallels with the achievements of the Lionesses (football) and Red Roses (rugby). She reflected on how the landscape of women’s sport has evolved since England’s 2017 World Cup triumph, noting the back‑to‑back European Championships won by the Lionesses in 2022 and 2025, including a sold‑out Wembley final, and the Red Roses securing the Rugby World Cup at a full‑house Twickenham last September. Knight emphasized the significance of home support: "The crowds in 2017 were massive, especially the final at Lord’s – it was super special.
This is a chance to have a real impact on the sport in our country and leave a legacy. If we do our job right and succeed this summer, we can cement a lasting legacy for women’s cricket. The structures beneath the game have improved; the domestic competition is now professional, visibility has increased, and it’s becoming normal for a woman to pursue cricket as a career. We hope our success will inspire girls to see cricket as a viable and exciting path." Beyond the World Cup, the selectors have announced squads for the Metro Bank One‑Day series against New Zealand and the Vitality IT20 series against New Zealand and India that will follow the tournament.
As the new ODI World Cup cycle begins, five additional players have been added to the T20 World Cup squad for the three‑match Metro Bank ODI series, with Kira Chathli and Jodi Grewcock earning their first senior call‑ups. Sophia Dunkley, Charlie Dean and Danni Wyatt‑Hodge will sit out the ODI series to manage workloads, with Wyatt‑Hodge also preparing for the arrival of her first baby. Sarah Glenn was omitted due to ongoing recovery from a broken finger. The Vitality IT20 squads for New Zealand and India mirror the World Cup roster, ensuring continuity and cohesion heading into the high‑stakes matches.
Fans can watch the Women’s T20 World Cup live on Sky Sports, with selected games available for free streaming via the Sky Sports app. Those without a Sky subscription can stream cricket contract‑free on NOW.