NZ vs PAK: Big blow to New Zealand, key pacer ruled out of the test series

New Zealand after becoming the No.1 side in the ITC, has suffered a massive blow ahead of their next match as their key pacer Neil Wagner has been ruled out of the second test after suffering multiple fractures in the toes in the first game.

Wagner has been ruled out for almost six weeks as per New Zealand board officials. Matt Henry has been called in as his replacement. The NZ head coach said that the inclusion of Henry will only increase their bowling strength. His performance against Pakistan A was impressive as he took 6 wickets and gave only 53 runs.  The head coach added that they will not immediately add him to the line-up. They will take the final call on the team a few days before the second test.

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