England captain Harry Brook (AFP photo)

New Delhi: England has announced its playing eleven, including the captain, for the opening T20 match against India. harry brook I am ready to lead an experienced team in the opening match of the five-match series at the Riverside Ground in Chester-le-Street, Durham on Wednesday.The hosts have gone with an experienced lineup, with over 650 international T20 caps under their belt, underscoring their experience ahead of the much-awaited contest.England will host India for five T20 matches followed by three ODIs between July 1 and July 19.India lead the series after a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Ireland in Belfast, while England return home after reaching the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup.Phil Salt and jos buttler It is expected that he will open the batting and captain Brook will be at number. 3rd place. Young all-rounders Jacob Bethell and Tom Banton strengthen the middle order, while Sam Curran, Will Jacks and Liam Dawson provide depth with both bat and ball.The bowling attack will be led by fast bowlers Saqib Mahmood and Luke Wood, with experienced leg spinner Adil Rashid expected to play a key role in the middle overs.

Playing XI of India vs England in the first T20I: :

Phil Saltjos buttlerHarry Brook (captain)jacob betheltom bantonSam Curranwill jacksLiam DawsonSaqib Mahmoodadil rashidluke wood