England has unveiled its squad for the upcoming One Day International (ODI) series against Australia, scheduled to commence on June 17th. The 14-man contingent boasts a blend of experience and youthful exuberance, with several notable inclusions and omissions.

Leading the charge is Jos Buttler, who will captain the side in the absence of the injured Eoin Morgan. Buttler’s explosive batting and astute leadership will be crucial to England’s success. Alongside him, Jonny Bairstow and Jason Roy provide a formidable opening partnership, with their aggressive approach and ability to set a solid foundation.

In the middle order, Ben Stokes and Joe Root offer stability and power. Stokes’ all-round abilities make him a valuable asset, while Root’s technical prowess and experience will be vital in anchoring the innings. Liam Livingstone, with his explosive hitting, adds another dimension to the batting lineup.

The bowling attack is spearheaded by the experienced duo of Chris Woakes and David Willey. Woakes’ swing and seam bowling has been a consistent threat, while Willey’s left-arm pace provides variety. Adil Rashid’s leg-spin will be a key weapon against Australia’s right-handed batsmen.

Among the notable omissions is Sam Curran, who has been rested due to workload management. However, the inclusion of Matt Parkinson, a talented leg-spinner, offers an exciting prospect for the future. Parkinson’s ability to bowl with control and variation could prove invaluable in the middle overs.

The series against Australia will be a stern test for England, who will be eager to prove their credentials as one of the leading ODI teams in the world. With a balanced squad and a wealth of experience, England will be confident of putting up a strong challenge against their fierce rivals.

England ODI squad vs Australia:

Harry Brook (c), Jofra Archer, Jacob Bethell, Brydon Carse, Jordan Cox, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Liam Livingstone, Matthew Potts, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Jamie Smith, Olly Stone, Reece Topley, John Turner.