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Express Tribune
19-02-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Ferguson ruled out of Champions Trophy
New Zealand fast bowler Lockie Ferguson has been ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to a foot injury sustained during a warm-up match against Afghanistan in Karachi on Sunday. Ferguson felt pain in his right foot after bowling a spell, and an initial medical assessment confirmed he would not be fit for the remainder of the tournament. With the Champions Trophy set to begin tomorrow and its short duration, the decision was made to send Ferguson home for rehabilitation. To fill the gap left by Ferguson, Canterbury Kings fast bowler Kyle Jamieson will join the Blackcaps squad and depart for Pakistan this evening. Jamieson made a successful return to domestic cricket in December after recovering from a 10-month rehabilitation for a stress fracture in his back. Playing for Canterbury in the Dream11 Super Smash, he was instrumental in the Kings' Grand Final run, finishing as the joint second-leading wicket-taker with 14 wickets, including impressive figures of 4-12 against the Central Stags at Hagley Oval. Jamieson also featured in Canterbury's recent Ford Trophy matches, including a win over Northern Districts in Hamilton. New Zealand head coach Gary Stead expressed disappointment over Ferguson's injury, emphasizing the importance of his experience and contributions to the team. "We're really disappointed for Lockie," Stead said. "Lockie is a key part of the bowling group and brings a lot of major tournament experience, and we know how much he was looking forward to representing New Zealand at another major event. We wish him well for his recovery and hope he is back firing soon," he added. "Kyle brings plenty of pace and extra bounce, which will suit the conditions here in Pakistan," he said. "He's shown since returning in the Dream11 Super Smash how effective he can be in the shorter forms of the game, and he's bowled with real pace and energy, which is what you're looking for from a pace bowler, especially at a pinnacle event.
Int'l Cricket Council
17-02-2025
- Sport
- Int'l Cricket Council
New Zealand skipper to remain on the sidelines for home Sri Lanka series
It's been revealed Devine will continue to prioritse her wellbeing. The news comes after the White Ferns captain opted to withdraw from the Dream11 Super Smash and 2025 Women's Premier League last month, off the back of receiving professional advice. Sophie Devine's attacking half-century against India | Player Highlights | WT20WC 2024 'We are fully supportive of Sophie's decision to not take part in the upcoming series,' Head of Women's High Performance Liz Green said in a release from New Zealand Cricket. 'Player wellbeing is our highest priority and it's important Sophie feels fit and well before returning to professional cricket.' The White Ferns' series with Sri Lanka starts on March 4, featuring three One-Day Internations and then two T20Is - all in New Zealand. NZC will announce their squad for the white-ball series later this month. Sophie Devine has been a pivotal figure for New Zealand through the years at the T20 World Cup As captain, Sophie Devine played a key role in helping the White Ferns win last year's ICC Women's T20 World Cup in the UAE in October. The all-rounder is on the cusp of a milestone, having ammassed 3990 runs in Women's ODIs, averaging 31.66 with the bat in international 50-over cricket. A joyous New Zealand dressing room | WT20WC 2024 News Sophie Devine 09/01/1989 New Zealand Women
