New Zealand all-rounder Jimmy Neesham ruled out of 1st Test vs India
Jimmy Neesham suffered a blow in the ribs during training at Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium in New Delhi.
After Tim Southee pulling out of India tour, visiting New Zealand have suffered another blow even before the first ball has been bowled in the series with all-rounder Jimmy Neesham ruled out of consideration for opening Test which starts in Kanpur Thursday. (New Zealand pacer Tim Southee ruled out of India Test series)
Neesham suffered a blow in the ribs during training at Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium in Delhi which limited his involvement in the three-day warm-up match against Mumbai. (Exclusive: Ish Sodhi banking on New Zealand's capability to adapt quickly)
Coach Mike Hesson said the injury was not serious, but he would not be considered for the first Test. (New Zealand will have to play better to beat India: Luke Ronchi)
"Jimmy was struck in the nets and has been in discomfort the last few days," Hesson said.
"It will take a few days for the bruising to go away, but it's very much a short-term injury.
"Jimmy won't be available for selection in Kanpur, but we expect him to be back to full fitness ahead of the second Test."
No one will be added to the 15 man squad.
New Zealand arrived in Kanpur on Monday and have two training sessions to get used to the conditions at the Green Park Stadium.