England fast bowler Mark Wood will not participate in the fourth day of the first Test match against Sri Lanka at Old Trafford due to a thigh injury, as announced prior to the start of play on Saturday.
The 34-year-old Durham paceman had to leave the field on Friday, just two deliveries into his 11th over.
After being evaluated by the England medical team, the injury-prone bowler has been advised to take rest. Despite Wood's absence, England remain hopeful of taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
As play resumes, Sri Lanka find themselves at 204 for 6 in their second innings, with a slim lead of just 82 runs.
"England pace bowler Mark Wood has sustained a right thigh muscle injury late on the third day of the first Test against Sri Lanka at Old Trafford," the England and Wales Cricket Board said in a statement.
"He will not return to the field today and will continue to be assessed by the England medical team to determine the full extent of the injury."
