Summary
Sam Curran has been recalled to England's T20 cricket team for their match against South Africa in Cardiff. Curran, who performed well in the Hundred cricket competition, last played internationally against West Indies in 2024. England aims to strengthen their squad, particularly in bowling, following recent ODIs against South Africa.
Key Facts
- Sam Curran will play in the T20 cricket match against South Africa in Cardiff for the first time since 2024.
- Curran was selected after performing well in the Hundred competition, scoring 238 runs and taking 12 wickets.
- England previously missed having a seam-bowling all-rounder against South Africa in the ODI series.
- Other players in the England squad include Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, and Phil Salt, among others.
- Curran is expected to bat at position five, and Jacob Bethell will bat at three.
- The first T20 match takes place at 18:30 BST on Wednesday, with two more matches scheduled in the series.
- England's cricket team has a busy schedule, including upcoming tours in New Zealand and the T20 World Cup next year.
