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Sophie Devine unavailable for ODIs, T20Is against Sri Lanka

Monday, 17-Feb-2025, 05:17 AM
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New Zealand skipper Sophie Devine is set to miss the team’s upcoming ODI and T20I series against Sri Lanka as she continues to prioritise her “well-being”. Recently, Devine had withdrawn from Women’s Super Smash and Women’s Premier League following a professional advice. 

"We are fully supportive of Sophie's decision to not take part in the upcoming series. Player well-being is our highest priority and it's important Sophie feels fit and well before returning to professional cricket,” New Zealand Cricket's Head of Women's High Performance, Liz Green said in a statement.

Sri Lanka Women are set to tour New Zealand for three ODIs and as many T20Is. The ODIs will be played on March 4, 7 and 9 respectively. While, T20Is will be played on March 14, 16 and 18 respectively. 

 

 

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