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Josh Tongue Ruled Out of ODI Series Against Australia Due to Injury: The England cricket team has suffered a major blow just ahead of the start of their upcoming ODI series against Australia. Fast bowler Josh Tongue has been ruled out of the entire ODI series due to an injury. He has sustained an injury to his left big toe, which necessitates his return to the UK.
ECB Official Confirmation on Josh Tongue Injury
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The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) officially confirmed this on November 7. The first ODI between the two sides is scheduled to be played in Perth on November 13. Josh Tongue had been selected in the squad specifically for the ODI leg of this crucial tour.
As a precautionary measure, he was not included in the T20I squad. According to reports, he began experiencing discomfort in his left big toe during the tour of Pakistan. Upon his return to the UK, his injury will undergo a thorough assessment by specialist doctors.
No Replacement Announced for Josh Tongue in Squad
The England team management has decided not to name a replacement for Josh Tongue at this stage. It remains to be seen how the team will manage its bowling attack throughout the series without a replacement.
Recent Performance and Selection for Australia Tour
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Josh Tongue made his ODI and T20I debut for England in 2026 and has impressed with his bowling in recent times.
- Tour of Pakistan: He delivered an outstanding performance during the three-Test series against Pakistan, claiming a total of 19 wickets. It was on the back of this strong showing that he earned his spot in the ODI squad for the Australia tour.
- Other Matches: Additionally, he featured in two ODIs on home soil against Sri Lanka.
Josh Tongue being ruled out in this manner is a major blow for the England team, as they had high expectations of him, given his recent form.
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