New Zealand’s Matt Henry in motion in the course of the ICC World Cupu match in opposition to South Africa in Pune on November 1, 2023.
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Matt Henry has been dominated out of the World Cup in India with a torn proper hamstring and replaced within the squad by fellow New Zealand paceman Kyle Jamieson.
Henry sustained the damage throughout Wednesday’s match in opposition to South Africa in Pune, with a scan confirming a decrease tear which would require as much as 4 weeks’ restoration, the crew mentioned on Friday.
“We’re gutted for him,” coach Gary Stead mentioned in an announcement.
“Matt’s been a crucial part of our one-day side for a long time and to see him ruled out as we reach the business end of this tournament is immensely disappointing.”
The 6-foot-8-inch tall Jamieson arrived in Bengaluru late on Thursday and was anticipated to coach with the crew in a while Friday.
Stead mentioned he could be prepared for November 4th match in opposition to Pakistan if required.
“We’re fortunate to have a player of the class of Kyle waiting in the wings,” he mentioned.
“Kyle’s had to work really hard to return from two separate back injuries and I know he’s really excited about being involved in his first ODI World Cup.”
The Black Caps sit fourth within the standings with two matches within the group section remaining in opposition to Pakistan on Saturday and Sri Lanka subsequent week.
