Summary
Jofra Archer, a fast bowler for the England cricket team, will not play in the upcoming one-day international matches against the West Indies due to a thumb injury. Luke Wood will replace him in the squad. This series is also the first for Harry Brook as England's captain, and it is crucial for their World Cup qualification.
Key Facts
- Jofra Archer is out of the one-day series against West Indies because of a right thumb injury.
- Archer got injured while playing for Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League.
- Luke Wood, who has played two international one-day matches before, will replace Archer.
- The one-day series starts on 29 May 2025.
- England's new white-ball captain is Harry Brook.
- The series results could affect England's qualification for the 2027 World Cup.
- Archer missed the squad for a three-match T20 series to play in four-day matches for England Lions.
- Archer last played Test cricket in February 2021 and has dealt with back and elbow injuries since then.
