Wicketkeeper Jamie Smith is likely to miss England's first two one-day internationals against India but is expected to be fit for the Champions Trophy.

The wicketkeeper-batter felt discomfort in his calf during the third T20i in Rajkot, England’s solitary win, and has been receiving treatment since.

England faces setbacks ahead of their ODI series against India as Jamie Smith is ruled out of the first two matches and Jofra Archer will miss a game. Here's what it means for the team

As per ESPNcricinfo, India and England share a rich history of ODI clashes, having played 107 matches so far. The Men in Blue have won 58 games while England has won 44. Notably, two matches have ended in a tie (NR: 3). On Indian soil, the hosts have won 34 of the 52 ODIs against the Brits while losing 17 (NR: 1).

Recent reports have emerged which stated that star England wicket keeper could miss the first two ODI matches against team India. Furthermore, Rehan Ahmed has reportedly been asked to stay back as well in what seems to be a tactical decision.

England wicketkeeper Jamie Smith is likely to miss the first two ODIs in the three-match series against India because of a calf injury. However, he is anticipated to be fit in time for the upcoming edition of the Champions Trophy.

Reports: Jamie Smith to miss first two ODIs against India with calf injury (Source: Sky Sports) Jamie Smith made his T20I debut in the recently concluded five match series against India. However, the wicketkeeper-batter had to miss out on last two games of the series as he injured his calf in the third T20I.

ODI cricket makes its return to Nagpur after more than five years as India gear up to take on England in the first ODI of the series in Nagpur. Both sides will look to make the most of the series as they aim to fine tune their preparations for the Champions Trophy 2025.