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NZ’s wicketkeeper-batter ruled out of 2nd Test vs Zimbabwe
New Zealand wicketkeeper-batter and captain Tom Latham has been ruled out of the second and final Test against Zimbabwe, with stand-in captain Mitchell Santner set to continue to lead the side. Latham, who also missed the first Test following a shoulder injury, has failed to recover in time for the second game. Meanwhile, Santner, who led the side in his absence, will once again step up to perform the captaincy duties in the final game.
“It’s hugely disappointing to lose Tom again,” New Zealand head coach Rob Walter said.
“He’s been working hard and had been tracking well towards the second Test but unfortunately today he couldn't pass his fitness tests.
“He’s extremely gutted he won’t be able to take the park and we’re really feeling for him."
Moreover, New Zealand will also be missing the services of Will O’Rourke and Nathan Smith, who have already been ruled out of the second game due to injury setbacks. The Balck Caps have included uncapped batter Bevon Jacobs in the squad. The second Test will begin on Thursday in Bulawayo, and New Zealand, who are leading the series 1-0, will look to sweep it 2-0.
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