England's Move for Sam Cook England has requested Essex to give seamer Sam Cook a break this weekend. The 27-year-old, a standout in county cricket, will miss the County Championship match against Worcestershire starting on Friday to manage his workload.

Injury Concerns for England's Fast Bowlers England has several injury concerns among its fast bowlers. Mark Wood and Olly Stone have long-term knee injuries, while Brydon Carse and Chris Woakes have yet to play this season due to toe and ankle issues respectively.

Cook's Impressive Performances Cook has taken 318 wickets at an average of 19.77 in first-class cricket. He also impressed on the England Lions' tour of Australia in the winter, claiming 13 wickets in three matches.

Options for England's Pace Attack Gus Atkinson will play his first match of the season for Surrey. Josh Tongue will feature for Nottinghamshire. Matthew Potts is another option. Jofra Archer's return to red-ball cricket is hoped for, but he's currently in the Indian Premier League.