Jonny Bairstow has pulled out of Welsh Fire's Hundred campaign to focus on resting and recuperating before England's upcoming Test series against South Africa.
Bairstow was on Tuesday named in the squad to face the Proteas at Lord's on August 17 before Tests at Old Trafford and the Oval conclude the three-match series.
England also have a busy autumn and winter schedule that includes two tours of Pakistan and series against Australia, New Zealand and Bangladesh, as well as the Twenty20 World Cup.
The 32-year-old wicketkeeper-batsman- a constant fixture in the England side since being recalled in late 2020 - was due to represent Welsh Fire in their opening match against champions Southern Brave at Ageas Bowl on Wednesday, but he will no longer be making himself available for selection after enduring "a hectic few months" of international cricket.