[1] The ODI series formed part of the inaugural 2020–2023 ICC Cricket World Cup Super League.
[5] Originally, the tour was scheduled to take place in September and October 2021,[6][7] with the T20I matches having been used as preparation for the 2021 ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
[16][17] However, later in January 2023, the tour's practice matches were cancelled by the ECB due to non-availability of several players and a busy international schedule.
[26] On 25 February 2023, ECB announced Will Jacks as Abell's replacement in England's ODI squad.
[27] However, on 5 March 2023, Jacks was ruled out of last ODI and the T20I series due to a left thigh injury.