Jordan Cox is set to replace the injured Jos Buttler in England’s one-day international (ODI) squad for the final match of the summer series against Sri Lanka at the Oval. Buttler sustained a hamstring injury during England’s unsuccessful run chase at Headingley, ruling him out of the decisive game.

Cox acknowledged the challenge ahead, describing Buttler as one of the finest white-ball cricketers England has produced. “They’re big shoes to fill,” he said ahead of the match.

The final ODI will determine the outcome of the series, with both teams looking to secure victory. England aims to bounce back after the narrow defeat at Headingley, where Buttler’s absence was keenly felt.

Team management confirmed that Cox will take Buttler’s place in the playing XI, marking a significant opportunity for the 23-year-old to prove his mettle on an international stage. The match, scheduled for today at the Oval, carries high stakes as England seeks to close out the summer on a positive note.