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Clarke replaces Tickner as NZ faces ODI injury woes vs India
10 Nov
Summary
- Kristian Clarke called up as cover for injured bowler Blair Tickner.
- Lockie Ferguson ruled out of upcoming ODIs due to calf tear.
- Matt Henry and Kyle Jamieson to remain with squad for fourth ODI.
New Zealand fast bowler Kristian Clarke has been drafted into the squad as cover for Blair Tickner ahead of the third ODI against India in Hamilton on Tuesday, November 10, 2026. Tickner sustained an injury while batting during the second ODI and must observe a mandatory seven-day stand-down period.
Compounding the team's issues, Lockie Ferguson has been ruled out of the fourth and fifth ODIs after failing to recover from a calf tear. Matt Henry, initially cleared of concussion, has undergone further assessment and is targeting a return for the fourth ODI. Kyle Jamieson will also remain with the squad for the fourth match.
Further squad changes are expected for the final two ODIs. Meanwhile, several players including Tom Latham and Daryl Mitchell are departing for Wellington to prepare for the upcoming Test series against India, the squad for which will be announced soon.
