England announced the new captain. (Photo- Michael Stele/Getty Images))
The Indian senior cricket team is playing in a thrilling series of five Test matches against England these days, while the competition between young cricketers is also going on. The first match of the two-match youth Test series between India and England’s Under-19 teams ended on a draw. Now the second and last Test will be played at Chelsford’s County Ground from 20 July 2025. England Under-19 team has announced their squad for this important match.
England announced the new captain
Hamza Sheikh was the captain of England in the first Youth Test against India’s Under-19 team. At the same time, now Thomas Reev has been given the command of the team. At the same time, young batsman Adam Thomas has been included in the England team for the first time, who is known for batting in the top order. At the same time, players like Rocky Flintoff, Jack Home, Alex Green and James Minto have managed to make their place.
Surrey Batter Adam Thomas Earns First England U19s Call Up!
Thomas Joins Surrey Academy All-Rounder Ralphie Albert and Seam Bowler Alex French in the Squad for the Second Youth Test Match at Chelmsford Next Week.
– Surrey Cricket (@surreycrick) July 18, 2025
On the other hand, the India Under-19 team recently showed their strength by winning the Youth ODI series 3-2 against England Under-19. At the same time, after the draw in the first Test, now his eyes are on winning the second match. Ayush Mahatre is commanding the team, under whose captaincy the team is seen in a strong position. He is accompanied by talented players like Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Vihaan Malhotra, and Abhigyan Kundu, who performed brilliantly in the first Test.
England Under-19 team for second Test
Thomas Reeve (captain), Ralfi Albert, Will Benisan, Ben Docins, Rocky Flintoff, Alex French, Alex Green, Joe Hawkins, Jack Home, Ben Mayes, James Minto, Aryan Sawant, Jai Singh, Adam Thomas.