Published: Oct 12, 2015, 10:50 AM (IST)
Edited: Oct 12, 2015, 10:50 AM (IST)
Corey Anderson was ruled out from New Zealand’s upcoming tour of Australia next month with a back injury on Monday and will be replaced by Mitchell Santner. National selector Gavin Larsen revealed that the all-rounder, who had sustained the injury during their tour of England earlier in the year, hasn’t recovered fully to bowl. “Corey hasn’t been able to recover as quickly as we hoped and we’ve chosen not to try to rush him back. We’ve always said there were a number of checkpoints for him to meet before our departure date, and we’re now in a position to confirm he’s not ready. With that in mind, it’s better for him to continue his rehabilitation,” Larsen added. PHOTOS: New Zealand train for Day-Night Test at Seddon Park
According to supersport.com, Santer, who was impressive in the limited overs games in the England tour received support from Larsen as the latter went on to say that the Tasman conditions, will suit the left-arm spinner. “Mitch (is) an allrounder who can bat at No 6 or seven and he’s also a front-line bowler. It’s a good opportunity for him. We believe his left-arm spin will add some variety to our options and his batting is well-suited to the conditions expected across the Tasman,” he added.
After the superb performance against the English, Santer was included in the squad for the South Africa and Zimbabwe series but unfortunately he had to withdraw with a broken thumb. READ: Tim Southee says New Zealand are looking forward to Day-Night Test series against Australia
New Zealand is scheduled to play three Tests in Australia which includes the first-ever day-night Test in Adelaide where the pink ball will be used. The first match will be played on November 5.
