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Shoulder Injury Sidelines NZ Star Rachin Ravindra
20 Sep
Summary
- Rachin Ravindra injured his right shoulder during a promotional shoot.
- Initial assessments show no major structural damage, but recovery timeline is uncertain.
- New Zealand's squad for the India T20I series is expected next week.
New Zealand's top-order batter, Rachin Ravindra, is facing uncertainty regarding his participation in the upcoming five-match T20I series against India. The cricketer sustained a right shoulder injury during a promotional shoot in Auckland earlier this week, as confirmed by New Zealand Cricket. The incident occurred when Ravindra attempted a diving catch, landing awkwardly on a safety mat.
Initial medical assessments conducted on Friday, September 18, have cleared him of significant structural damage. However, the timeframe for his return to play will be contingent on his progress during the initial weeks of rehabilitation. Blackcaps Performance Manager Mike Sandle described the injury as a 'freak accident,' emphasizing the team's priority to ensure Ravindra's well-being and swift recovery.
Head coach Rob Walter echoed these sentiments, stating that Ravindra's long-term fitness is paramount, especially with a demanding Test schedule ahead. The New Zealand squad for the series against India is scheduled for announcement next week, with Mitchell Santner anticipated to captain the team. Ravindra has appeared in 52 T20Is, amassing 759 runs and taking 26 wickets.
