Birmingham Phoenix enters The Hundred 2025 with renewed ambitions under the captaincy of England all-rounder Liam Livingstone. After reaching the eliminator in 2024, the Phoenix are determined to go one better this year with a strong squad assembled by head coach Daniel Vettori. Playing their home matches at the iconic Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham, Phoenix will be looking to entertain their passionate fans with exciting cricket.
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Captain and Coach Details
Liam Livingstone will take centre stage at Edgbaston this summer after being confirmed as Birmingham Phoenix men’s captain in The Hundred. The 31-year-old England all-rounder takes over the captaincy from Moeen Ali, who has retired from domestic cricket. Livingstone, who plays his domestic cricket for Lancashire, has represented the Phoenix since the start of the competition and is the men’s highest-ever run scorer.
Speaking about his appointment, Livingstone said: “I’m absolutely delighted to be named as Birmingham Phoenix captain this year. Edgbaston has been my home ground from the start of The Hundred and the support we’ve received over the first four years has been fantastic. Moeen has done a brilliant job so far and I hope to carry on where he left off to take this team forward.”
Head Coach and Management
Phoenix Men Head Coach Daniel Vettori continues in his role after being appointed permanently following Andrew McDonald’s departure to coach Australia. The former New Zealand spinner has extensive experience in franchise cricket and has been with Birmingham Phoenix since the early years of The Hundred.
Vettori said: “I absolutely loved my time working with the Birmingham Phoenix squad as Head Coach last summer, so taking on the role on a permanent basis was a very easy decision.”
Complete Birmingham Phoenix Men’s Squad 2025
Phoenix have assembled a balanced 14-man squad featuring a mix of English talent and overseas stars. Here’s the complete roster:
| Player | Role | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Liam Livingstone (Captain) | All-rounder | England |
| Ben Duckett | Batsman | England |
| Jacob Bethell | All-rounder | England |
| Benny Howell | All-rounder | England |
| Dan Mousley | All-rounder | England |
| Will Smeed | Batsman | England |
| Chris Wood | Bowler | England |
| Aneurin Donald | Batsman | England |
| Joe Clarke | Wicket-keeper | England |
| Harry Moore | Bowler | England |
| Tom Helm | Bowler | England |
| Trent Boult | Bowler | New Zealand (Overseas) |
| Adam Milne | Bowler | New Zealand (Overseas) |
| Tim Southee | Bowler | New Zealand (Overseas) |
Key Squad Changes for 2025
Moeen Ali has opted out of the 2025 edition of The Hundred and will retire from county cricket after a player-coach stint with Warwickshire in the Vitality Blast this summer. The 37-year-old former captain’s departure has paved the way for Livingstone to take over the leadership role.
Other players to be picked up in the men’s squad include Chris Wood and Tom Helm adding more pace to the experienced bowling line-up which already features three New Zealand internationals.
Star Players to Watch
Liam Livingstone (Captain): The big-hitting England all-rounder brings leadership experience and explosive batting ability. His power-hitting and useful spin bowling make him a crucial player for Phoenix.
Ben Duckett: The attacking England opener provides firepower at the top of the order and has been a consistent performer in white-ball cricket.
New Zealand Pace Trio: The squad features international quality with the New Zealand pace attack of Trent Boult, Adam Milne, and Tim Southee, giving Phoenix one of the strongest bowling line-ups in the competition.
Jacob Bethell & Dan Mousley: Local lads Jacob Bethell and Dan Mousley represent the homegrown talent and provide depth in the middle order.
Joe Clarke: Wicketkeeper Joe Clarke was a key signing in the draft and brings both glovework excellence and batting strength.
Birmingham Phoenix Fixtures 2025
Phoenix will play eight group stage matches, with four crucial home games at Edgbaston:
| Date | Match Details | Venue | Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, August 8 | Birmingham Phoenix vs Trent Rockets | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 6:30 PM |
| Sunday, August 10 | Southern Brave vs Birmingham Phoenix | The Rose Bowl, Southampton | 2:30 PM |
| Tuesday, August 12 | Birmingham Phoenix vs Oval Invincibles | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 6:30 PM |
| Friday, August 15 | Northern Superchargers vs Birmingham Phoenix | Headingley, Leeds | 6:30 PM |
| Sunday, August 17 | Birmingham Phoenix vs London Spirit | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 6:00 PM |
| Friday, August 22 | Birmingham Phoenix vs Welsh Fire | Edgbaston, Birmingham | 6:30 PM |
| Sunday, August 24 | Manchester Originals vs Birmingham Phoenix | Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester | 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday, August 27 | Trent Rockets vs Birmingham Phoenix | Trent Bridge, Nottingham | 6:30 PM |
Home Advantage at Edgbaston
Birmingham Phoenix’s 2025 campaign gets underway at Edgbaston on Friday 8 August with one of the biggest games in The Hundred fixture schedule – a fiercely fought derby against local rivals Trent Rockets. The team will play four home matches at Edgbaston, providing them with crucial home support from their passionate fanbase.
Tournament Format and Expectations
Each team plays six other sides once and their nearest regional rivals twice in the group stage. The teams finishing in the top positions advance to the knockout stages, with eliminators scheduled for August 30 and Finals Day at Lord’s on August 31.
Livingstone’s men’s team will be looking to go one better this year, after reaching The Hundred Eliminator in 2024. The squad’s blend of experienced international stars and emerging English talent positions them well for another strong campaign.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Who is the captain of Birmingham Phoenix men’s team for The Hundred 2025? Liam Livingstone is the captain of Birmingham Phoenix men’s team for The Hundred 2025. The England all-rounder takes over from Moeen Ali and is the franchise’s highest-ever run scorer.
Q2: Which players are the overseas signings for Birmingham Phoenix in 2025? Birmingham Phoenix have three New Zealand overseas players: Trent Boult, Adam Milne, and Tim Southee – all pace bowlers who form a formidable fast bowling attack.
Q3: Who is the head coach of Birmingham Phoenix for The Hundred 2025? Daniel Vettori is the head coach of Birmingham Phoenix men’s team. The former New Zealand spinner has been with the franchise and took over the role permanently after Andrew McDonald’s departure.
Q4: How many home matches will Birmingham Phoenix play at Edgbaston? Birmingham Phoenix will play four home matches at Edgbaston Cricket Ground: vs Trent Rockets (Aug 8), vs Oval Invincibles (Aug 12), vs London Spirit (Aug 17), and vs Welsh Fire (Aug 22).
Q5: What happened to Moeen Ali at Birmingham Phoenix? Moeen Ali has opted out of The Hundred 2025 and retired from domestic cricket. The former captain and Birmingham-born all-rounder will have a player-coach stint with Warwickshire in the Vitality Blast before retiring.
Q6: When does Birmingham Phoenix start their The Hundred 2025 campaign? Birmingham Phoenix begin their 2025 campaign on Friday, August 8, with a home match against Trent Rockets at Edgbaston Cricket Ground at 6:30 PM local time.
Conclusion
Birmingham Phoenix head into The Hundred 2025 with a well-balanced squad under Liam Livingstone’s captaincy and Daniel Vettori’s coaching expertise. The combination of explosive English batting talent, a world-class New Zealand pace attack, and strong home support at Edgbaston provides an excellent foundation for another successful campaign. With the experience of reaching the eliminator in 2024, Phoenix will be determined to go one step further and challenge for their maiden Hundred title.