Jos Buttler, the white-ball captain of England's cricket team, has acknowledged that the team's preparation for the upcoming 50-over World Cup is not ideal. Buttler stated that the landscape has changed significantly since England's victory in the 2019 World Cup, with limited opportunities for the team to prepare for the tournament. Despite this, Buttler believes that England can still perform well, citing the team's success in the T20 World Cup last year as evidence that they can adapt to limited preparation.

England's journey to the 50-over World Cup begins with a T20 series against New Zealand. While the focus may be on the ODI format, this T20 series serves as an opportunity for players to make an impression. New Zealand will field a closer-to-full-strength squad for the series, including openers Devon Conway and Finn Allen, who are likely to face England again in the World Cup.

The packed schedule leading up to the World Cup poses challenges for England, as they must carefully manage their players to prevent overwork and injuries. Buttler emphasized the need for caution, especially considering the long tournament and extensive travel involved. England will also play three ODIs against Ireland and have two warm-up matches in India before the World Cup, giving the team ample opportunities to test out different combinations.

Overall, while England's preparation for the 50-over World Cup is not ideal, Buttler remains confident in the team's abilities to perform well in the tournament. The upcoming T20 series against New Zealand provides a chance for players to make their mark and vie for a spot in the final World Cup squad.