Jason Roy: England assistant Marcus Trescothick urges him to remain positive despite World Cup omission

England assistant Marcus Trescothick has encouraged Jason Roy to stay positive following his World Cup omission.

Roy was initially included in England’s provisional 15-man squad for the defense of their 50-over World Cup in India, but was replaced by Harry Brook in a late substitution.

He failed to play in England’s recent four-match ODI series against New Zealand due to recurring back spasms, forcing the selectors to opt for Brook as a safer choice.

“I haven’t spoken to Jason. He’s certainly disappointed, but you have to stay positive that he can still make an impact,” Trescothick said.

“Reserves play a big role in World Cups. If you get one injury and someone comes in, they can come in and make a lot of runs.

If he keeps himself fit and ready to go, we will call him when we need him.”

Trescothick, who was part of the 2005 Ashes-winning squad, and other coaching staff will continue to look after England’s ODI squad against Ireland before heading to India on Wednesday.

England’s World Cup squad will be rested as Zak Crawley takes the captaincy, while England held a 1-0 lead away to Bristol after the first ODI was abandoned without a ball being bowled due to rain.

Debutant Sam Hain and Will Jacks impressed with the bat, while 19-year-old leg-spinner Rehan Ahmed took 4-45 to beat Ireland by 48 runs at Trent Bridge.

Roy turned down the offer to play for England in the three-match series against Ireland, raising questions about his future for England.

“It was a good opportunity for him to play longer innings and play a bit more,” Trescothick added.

“We know how much talent he has, it’s his chance. Getting the chance to play will be the real challenge for him. It’s a good team, it’s difficult to break through.”

You can watch the third and final match of the England ODI series against Ireland live Air sports on Tuesday, September 26. Coverage begins at noon, prior to the first ball at 12:30 p.m.