New Zealand have been dealt a setback ahead of the second ODI against Pakistan, with in-form batter Mark Chapman ruled out due to a hamstring injury.
Chapman, who scored a brilliant century in the Black Caps’ 73-run win in the series opener, suffered the injury while fielding. Scans have confirmed a grade one tear, sidelining him for Wednesday’s crucial clash in Hamilton.
Tim Seifert has been called into the squad as his replacement. The wicketkeeper-batter was in top form during the T20I series against Pakistan, finishing as the leading run-scorer with 249 runs.
Chapman will return to Auckland for rehabilitation, but head coach Gary Stead remains optimistic about his return for the third ODI in Mount Maunganui on Saturday.
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“It’s disappointing for Mark after such a special innings in Napier, but thankfully it’s only a minor injury. We’re hopeful he’ll be fit for the final match,” Stead said.
New Zealand’s updated squad for the second ODI:
Tom Latham (c), Muhammad Abbas, Adi Ashok, Michael Bracewell, Jacob Duffy, Mitch Hay, Nick Kelly, Daryl Mitchell, Will O’Rourke, Ben Sears, Tim Seifert, Nathan Smith, Will Young.
