Gus Atkinson, who made his international debut in 2023 after featuring in only two List A matches, endured a difficult tour, conceding 139 runs across two ODIs. Following Bethell's injury, England recalled Tom Banton, who hadn't played a single 50-over match since his last ODI appearance in 2020.

Following a string of poor displays against India, the England Cricket Team will have a point to prove in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025. This will be Brendon McCullum's maiden big assignment and the Kiwis will have a point to prove.

England's prospects for the Champions Trophy received a boost on Saturday when opening batsman Ben Duckett was passed fit for the one-day international tournament.

Ben Duckett’s availability comes as a big relief for England, who were previously forced into making one change to their 15-man Champions Trophy squad

In a massive boost to England’s chances of tasting success in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, opener Ben Duckett has passed the fitness test, getting cleared of a left groin injury scare he suffered during the third ODI against India in Ahmedabad.

Duckett got injured while fielding during England’s 142-run defeat to India in Ahmedabad recently, sparking doubt over his availability for the tournament, which is commencing next