Auckland: New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra is a doubtful starter for the T20 series against India after dislocating his shoulder while attempting a diving catch during a promotional shoot.
While medical assessments conducted on Friday found no major structural damage, Ravindra’s return to competitive cricket will depend on how he responds during the initial stages of his rehabilitation.
New Zealand will host India in a multi-format series beginning with five T20Is from October 22 to November 1.
At this stage, it remains unclear if Ravindra will play in the five-game T20I series against India, starting on October 22.
New Zealand men’s team head coach Rob Walter focused on Ravindra’s long-term recovery.
“With a heavy schedule of Test cricket in the next six months, we do not want to rush Rachin back sooner than we need to,” said Walter, as quoted by the ICC.
“He is in great hands in terms of his rehab, and we look forward to welcoming him back soon.”
New Zealand men’s team for the T20I series against India next month is all set to be announced next week. The five-match T20I series will take place from October 22 to November 1. Following this, a five-match ODI series will take place from November 4 to 15. The tour will conclude with a two-match Test series from November 19 to December 1, with Tests set to take place in Wellington and Christchurch.
