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Injury Blow for NZ: Key Batsmen Ruled Out Against India
2 Nov
Summary
- Chapman needs two more weeks for hamstring recovery.
- Ravindra's shoulder niggle requires further recovery time.
- Team changes include Seifert, Nicholls, and Foxcroft.
- Matt Henry to be assessed; Fisher remains as bowling option.
New Zealand has been dealt a significant blow with key batters Mark Chapman and Rachin Ravindra ruled out of the upcoming five-match ODI series against India. The series is set to commence on Wednesday.
Chapman is currently undergoing rehabilitation for a hamstring injury, with an MRI indicating he needs an additional two weeks to be fully fit. Ravindra is still recovering from a shoulder niggle, and New Zealand Cricket stated his right shoulder requires more time to recover before he can perform at full capacity.
In response to these absences, Tim Seifert, initially selected for the final two ODIs, will now be available for the entire series. Henry Nicholls has been included for the first three matches, and Dean Foxcroft is slated to play in the fourth and fifth games. Matt Henry is expected to join the squad and will be assessed for his readiness, while Matt Fisher will remain with the team as an extra bowling choice.
