England seamer Ollie Robinson has been ruled out of the first Test against West Indies at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium.
Robinson is struggling with a back spasm and has not recovered in time to play in Antigua.
The uncapped Saqib Mahmood has taken Robinson's place in a 12-man squad for the opening game in a three-match series.
Mark Wood had been feeling unwell this week, but the paceman has been included in the squad.
With James Anderson and Stuart Broad overlooked for the tour, the likes of Craig Overton and Mahmood will be determined to make their mark.
The tourists will name their side at the toss on Tuesday as they attempt to restore some pride following a 4-0 Ashes thrashing in Australia.
England squad for the first Test:
Joe Root (captain), Jonny Bairstow, Zak Crawley, Ben Foakes, Dan Lawrence, Jack Leach, Alex Lees, Saqib Mahmood, Craig Overton, Ben Stokes, Chris Woakes, Mark Wood.
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