England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt has been ruled out of the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand due to a minor left calf tear, described by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) as a precautionary measure. Sciver-Brunt's fitness will be assessed ahead of the T20 International matches, which are part of the team's preparations for the T20 World Cup in June. Vice-captain Charlie Dean has been recalled to the ODI squad, while Maia Bouchier joins as cover. Sciver-Brunt sustained the injury while playing for The Blaze in a recent Metro Bank Cup match against Warwickshire, where she scored 47 runs and took 2 wickets. Following the injury, she will not participate in the physical elements of a leadership program organized by the British Army for the team.