# England fast-track teenager Thomas Rew into squad for Australia white-ball tour

England have accelerated teenage wicketkeeper-batter Thomas Rew's progression by naming him in the squad for the upcoming white-ball tour of Australia. The call-up hands the highly rated youngster an early chance at senior international level. It signals England's willingness to blood young talent ahead of a busy limited-overs schedule.

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- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/oct/13/england-fast-track-thomas-rew-bethell-carse-australia-tour-cricket) — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:00:40 GMT