Overview
- England withdrew Nat Sciver-Brunt from the three-match ODI series against New Zealand as a precaution, and recalled vice-captain Charlie Dean to lead.
- She was hurt playing for The Blaze against Warwickshire on Wednesday, April 29, after scoring 47 and taking two wickets in the domestic one-day match.
- Scans on Saturday, May 2, confirmed a minor tear in her left calf, and team medics advised a period of rest with further assessment planned.
- Maia Bouchier was added to the ODI squad as batting cover, and Dean, who was not in the original group, was drafted in to captain the side.
- England will decide on Sciver-Brunt’s availability for upcoming T20Is against New Zealand and India and for the home T20 World Cup after her next medical review.