England’s opening one-day worldwide towards Eire was deserted with out a ball being bowled on Wednesday, denying Joe Root a World Cup warm-up.

With the remainder of England’s first-choice squad rested forward of subsequent week’s departure for India, Root requested to be included for the primary of a three-match collection after a lean return with the bat in 4 matches towards New Zealand.

Nonetheless, he by no means obtained on the sector at his residence floor as heavy rain prevented even the opportunity of a 20-over-a-side recreation at Headingley.

Even after the rain subsided, the umpires had been involved for the gamers’ security on saturated areas of the outfield and the bowlers’ run-ups.

The perimeters will strive once more at Trent Bridge on Saturday.

England start their defence of the World Cup towards New Zealand on October 5 in Ahmedabad.