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New Zealand batter Rachin Ravindra ruled out of T20I series against Australia

Wednesday, 01-Oct-2025, 05:26 AM
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New Zealand all‑rounder Rachin Ravindra has been withdrawn from the three‑match series against Australia after suffering a serious facial laceration during a training session. The incident occurred on Tuesday at the Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, during a fielding drill. Ravindra collided with a perimeter boundary hoarding while attempting to take a catch. 

Coach Rob Walter said the team was disappointed to lose Ravindra. 

“We’re all really disappointed for Rachin to be forced to miss the series. He sustained a major laceration which required specialist stitching and will take time to heal. Rachin is an important player for us, but his health is the priority. The aim is to have him ready for the England series in two weeks’ time.”

To fill the void left by Ravindra’s absence, Jimmy Neesham has been called into the squad.

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