England captain Paul Collingwood insisted Monty Panesar was still a major part of his team's one-day plans.
Panesar played in the opening victory over the West Indies at Lord's, taking 1-29, but was left out at Edgbaston where England lost by 61 runs.
"We believe that was our best side to win the game on the day," said Collingwood, whose team conceded 278.
"I've always said Monty is going to be a big one-day player for us, certainly in the future."
Panesar was overlooked in favour of Sussex all-rounder Michael Yardy, who produced a reasonable 0-29 from six overs with the ball but made a scratchy 19 from 42 balls with the bat.
"We have to find the right balance," Collingwood admitted.
"We are all still learning and experimenting and finding out what are the best players in these certain conditions and situations.
"When it comes down to conditions, we assess on the day and see what the wicket is like and go from there and it was getting the balance right in the side."
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