It is a major news that the fast bowler of England, Jofra Archer, will be absent from the first ODI game against New Zealand, which is the beginning of the three-match series and is dated 26th October. As a result of the decision, England is focusing on getting ready for the Ashes, which is their next big challenge after the ODI series and is scheduled for 21st November.

England rest Joffra Archer to safeguard fitness for the Ashes

New Zealand is still waiting for Archer to come. On Saturday morning, together with Mark Wood and Josh Tongue, he will probably take a flight to New Zealand. None of the three fast bowlers are in the England squad for the New Zealand series but all of them will concentrate on the Ashes preparation. The management of England has made it clear that Archer is being rested. The last time the fast bowler was used was in the T20I and ODI series against South Africa in September 2025, and the management is keeping him for the Test series at his best.

Wherever white-ball cricket is played, sides are not neglecting the longer format as is the case in England. After the completion of the first ODI of the Australia vs India series, it is said that Australia head coach Andrew McDonald left the ground midway to meet captain Pat Cummins and veteran batsman Steve Smith to plan. for the ashes. Given that Australia is already leading the series 1-0, McDonald’s choice was made easier by the good start and assistant coach will cover for him in the rest of the matches against India.

England and Australia are both on the same wavelength in terms of their tactical approach towards workload management and preparation which is indicative of the fierce rivalry of the coming Ashes series after this year.