Charlie Dean has been named the captain of the England Women’s side for the upcoming three‑match One Day International (ODI) series against Ireland Women in September. Dean first took on the captaincy role earlier in the season when she stood in for Nat Sciver‑Brunt, who was sidelined with an injury during the opening ODI series against New Zealand. After that brief stint, Dean now leads the side into a further trio of ODIs, providing continuity and fresh leadership for the squad. The selection panel has opted to leave out several senior players in order to broaden the talent pool for England’s ODI programme.
Nat Sciver‑Brunt and Danni Wyatt‑Hodge have been omitted on the grounds of managing their fitness and recovery schedules. Likewise, all‑rounders Sophie Ecclestone and Lauren Bell are not part of the travelling party.
Their absence, together with that of wicket‑keeper Amy Jones, creates opportunities for younger or less‑experienced players to step up. Alice Capsey, a promising batter, will take on the gloves in Jones’s place, further underscoring the board’s intention to deepen the reservoir of capable cricketers for future contests.
Dean’s squad consists of fifteen players, a blend of seasoned internationals and newcomers eager to make their mark at the highest level. Among the uncapped members are seam bowler Grace Potts and keeper‑batter Kira Chathli, both of whom have been involved in England set‑ups earlier in the summer but have yet to debut in a senior ODI. Their inclusion signals the selectors’ confidence in their development and the desire to give them exposure in a competitive environment.
The roster also features all‑rounder Charis Pavely, who has already featured in two Women’s T20 Internationals (IT20s) for England A. Pavely is now targeting her first ODI appearance, adding another dimension to the side’s middle order and bowling options. Returning after a lengthy rehabilitation from a lower‑back injury sustained last year is Ryana MacDonald‑Gay, who brings a powerful batting style and valuable experience from previous England outings.
In total, eight players in the squad were part of the England team that finished as runners‑up in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup earlier this year. Left‑arm spinner Tilly Corteen‑Coleman, for instance, will look to build on the two ODI matches she played against New Zealand, hoping to cement her place in the longer format. The blend of World Cup veterans and fresh faces aims to provide a balanced mix of experience and enthusiasm. Head coach Charlotte Edwards commented on the selection, noting the significance of the series: "It has been an incredible summer for women's cricket already, and these three Metro Bank ODI matches against Ireland make up an important series for us to complete our summer.
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. 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." The fixtures are scheduled as follows: the first ODI will be played on 1 September at Uptonsteel Grace Road in Leicester, kicking off at 1 pm; the second match follows on 3 September at The OurCoop County Ground in Derby, also at 1 pm; and the series finale takes place on 6 September at New Road in Worcester, with an earlier start time of 10:30 am. These venues provide a variety of pitch conditions, giving both batters and bowlers opportunities to test their skills. Beyond the on‑field action, fans can stay connected through various platforms.
England cricket will be streamed live on NOW, and the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast offers analysis and behind‑the‑scenes insights. Full scorecards for each day’s matches are available on the Sky Sports website, and the Sky Sports app provides a convenient way to follow the series on mobile devices.
For the best video experience, users are advised to use the Chrome browser. Overall, this series represents a strategic step for England Women’s cricket: it allows the team to transition from the high‑intensity T20 World Cup campaign to the more measured ODI format, while simultaneously giving emerging talent a platform to prove themselves. With Dean at the helm, a mix of veteran leadership and youthful ambition, England aims to secure a series win and continue building depth ahead of future international challenges.