England vs Australia First ODI: England Wins Toss and Elects to Bat Amid Player Illnesses

Harry Brook captains England in Jos Buttler's absence, while Australia deals with a virus affecting key players.

England's squad includes debutants Jamie Smith and Jacob Bethell, with Jofra Archer making his return after 18 months.
Australia's squad is missing Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, and Glenn Maxwell due to illness.
Harry Brook steps in as captain for England, with Marcus Trescothick serving as interim coach until Brendon McCullum takes over.
The match at Trent Bridge is the first of a five-match series, with subsequent games at Headingley, Chester-le-Street, Lord’s, and Bristol.
Both teams aim to assert dominance after a drawn T20 series, with England adopting an attacking 'Bazball' approach.