England pacer Mark Wood was on Monday ruled out of the third Test against India with a ‘jarred’ shoulder, dealing another blow to the under-fire hosts.
Wood had hurt his shoulder while fielding during the second Test at Lord’s.
“England seamer Mark Wood has been ruled out of the LV= Insurance third Test against India with a jarred right shoulder,” the ECB said in a statement.
“Wood sustained the injury on the fourth day of the second Test at Lord’s and will not be fit to play at Emerald Headingley starting on Wednesday.
“He will remain with the squad in Leeds and will continue his rehab with the England medical team.The 31-year-old will be assessed at the end of this Test match.”
Seamer Saqib Mahmood, who was called up as cover for Broad, could be handed a Test debut. The 24-year-old has played seven ODIs and nine T20Is.