Issy Wong faces scan as England assess World Cup fitness in 2026

England bowler Issy Wong will undergo a scan on a hamstring problem before the 2026 T20 World Cup.

Wong's fitness check England fast bowler Issy Wong is set to have a medical scan on a hamstring complaint as the team seeks clarity before deciding her readiness for next month’s T20 World Cup. Wong, aged 23, was withdrawn from Sunday’s opening one-day international against New Zealand at Chester-le-Street after reporting tightness in her hamstring during warm-ups. Team officials remain optimistic the issue is not severe but want complete medical details. Alexa Stonehouse, a 21-year-old uncapped left-arm bowler, has been added to the ODI squad in Wong’s absence. ## ODI series updates The second one-day international against New Zealand takes place on Wednesday in Northampton, concluding the 50-over series on Sunday. Sophie Ecclestone, age 27, also missed Sunday’s victory due to a minor quad problem and was spotted in the gym at Chester-le-Street, though her participation for Wednesday remains uncertain. England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt is sidelined from the New Zealand ODIs after tearing her left calf and is expected to return for the upcoming T20 matches. ## Injury complications grow The squad faces further complications after all-rounder Em Arlott suffered a concussion during Sunday’s nets session. Arlott, 28, was struck on the head while batting and has been ruled out of the New Zealand ODI series under concussion protocols. The 2026 World Cup campaign begins on 12 June against Sri Lanka at Edgbaston. England will follow the ODIs with three T20s against New Zealand and three more against India as preparations intensify. ## Squad adjustments Gordon, a former spinner, has been included in Scotland’s World Cup squad. England’s World Cup preparations continue despite multiple injury concerns, with the team aiming to finalize fitness plans ahead of their opening fixture. The management is working to address each player’s condition while maintaining competitive readiness. The squad’s depth will be tested as they navigate through a packed schedule of fixtures.