“We are disappointed that Laura’s injury is more serious than first thought and her years of experience and leadership will be missed,” said national coach Ciara O’Brien. “However, Gaby has led previously in Laura’s absence. We are very pleased that she has stepped in to lead the English series and we know she will bring her impeccable high standards to the role.”
“It’s a young side with an average age of under 22 and we hope all Irish cricket fans will come out and support the team.”
Twelve of the 14 players are in both teams with white balls. Alana Dalzell and Joanna Loughran are only part of the ODI squad, while Ava Canning and Christina Coulter Reilly are only in the T20I squad.
Ireland and England play three ODIs – part of the Women’s Championship – in Belfast before moving to Dublin for three T20Is.
Ireland squad for ODIs vs England
Gaby Lewis (captain), Alana Dalzell, Sarah Forbes, Amy Hunter, Arlene Kelly, Joanna Loughran, Aimee Maguire, Jane Maguire, Leah Paul, Orla Prendergast, Una Raymond-Hoey, Freya Sargent, Rebecca Stokell, Alice Tector
Ireland Team for T20Is Vs. England
Gaby Lewis (captain), Ava Canning, Christina Coulter Reilly, Sarah Forbes, Amy Hunter, Arlene Kelly, Aimee Maguire, Jane Maguire, Leah Paul, Orla Prendergast, Una Raymond-Hoey, Freya Sargent, Rebecca Stokell, Alice Tector
