New Zealand’s spin-bowling all-rounder Michael Bracewell throughout a match towards India at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad not too long ago. File photograph
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New Zealand all-rounder Michael Bracewell will miss the one-day World Cup in India after rupturing his proper Achilles tendon, New Zealand Cricket stated on Wednesday.
Bracewell suffered the injury enjoying for Worcestershire Rapids within the English T20 Blast and can endure surgical procedure in Britain on Thursday.
The 32-year-old spin-bowling all-rounder is predicted to want six to eight months to get better.
“Firstly, you always feel for the player when injury strikes and especially when it means they will have to miss a world event,” New Zealand head coach Gary Stead stated in a press release.
“Michael’s naturally pretty disappointed, but also pragmatic in acknowledging that injuries are a part of sport and he’s now turning his focus to his rehabilitation.”
New Zealand have been runners-up to hosts England on the final 50-over World Cup in 2019.
India is internet hosting this yr’s event in October and November, with dates to be confirmed.
