England recall Brendan Cass for last two ODIs against India after Edgbaston defeat Cricket News
Brydon Carse has joined the England squad for the remaining two ODIs of the three-match series against India after recovering from injury. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed the 30-year-old fast bowler’s selection during the first ODI at Edgbaston on Tuesday, July 14. His return has bolstered England’s attacking tempo ahead of the final two games of the series.
Recovers from IPL injury, available for last two ODIs
Karth has been sidelined since he injured his wrist and elbow while batting for Sunrisers Hyderabad ahead of the start of IPL 2026. The setback sidelined him for several months before he began his comeback.To assess his readiness for international cricket, England selectors monitored his performance during the “Energy Explosion”, when he made three appearances for Durham. The call-up marks the first time Carles has been named in the ODI squad since England’s tour of New Zealand in November 2025. The right-arm seamer has played 30 ODI matches for England, taking 34 wickets.Having made a full recovery, Cass is now fit to feature in the remaining matches of the series, with the second ODI scheduled to be played in Cardiff on Thursday, July 16, followed by the series final at Lord’s Stadium on Sunday, July 19.
India ends England’s winning streak at Edgbaston
India ended England’s 12-year unbeaten run with a convincing six-wicket win in the men’s ODI at Edgbaston. The hosts started well and reached 61 runs without defeat, but the Indian bowlers caused a dramatic collapse and ended up losing at 80/5. Joe Root scored an unbeaten 76 and Liam Dawson scored a valuable 68. Their 111-run partnership helped England chase down 258 before being bowled out.Axar Patel played a key role with the ball, taking four wickets and breaking the backbone of England’s batting line-up with figures of 4/62.India’s chase revolved around another assured knock from captain Shubman Gill, who scored 80 before retiring due to cramp injury. The visitors ran out of steam after falling behind to 160/4, but Axar Patel and Washington Sundar combined to extinguish England’s hopes. The duo combined for an unbeaten 102-run stand, with Axar scoring 57* and Sundar remaining unbeaten on 52 as India sealed victory with 28 games to spare.
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