In a significant blow to the host team, New Zealand, all-rounder Mitchell Santner has been ruled out of the first T20I against Pakistan at Eden Park after testing positive for COVID-19. This development comes as a setback for the Blackcaps ahead of the crucial match.
New Zealand Cricket confirmed Santner’s positive test and stated that he will not be traveling with the team to Auckland. Instead, he has been advised to self-isolate and will be monitored closely in the coming days. Santner will then travel alone to his home in Hamilton, where he will continue to be monitored.
Given his ability with the bat and the ball, Santner is a key player for the Blackcaps and hence his absence could hurt the hosts. His versatility and skill make him a crucial player for the team, and his absence could impact New Zealand’s strategy for the upcoming match.
The first T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan is set to be a closely contested encounter, and both teams will be looking to start the series on a positive note. With Santner unavailable, New Zealand will have to rethink their lineup and tactics as they aim for a strong performance against Pakistan.
NZ vs PAK, 1st T20I LIVE Streaming Details
When and Where to watch the PAK vs NZ T20I series on television?
The PAK vs NZ live telecast of the series will not be available in India.
How to live stream the PAK vs NZ T20I series on mobile online?
The PAK vs NZ live streaming in India will be available on Amazon Prime Video and FanCode apps in India.
Squads
Black Caps: Kane Williamson (c), Finn Allen, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Matt Henry, Adam Milne, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Ben Sears, Tim Seifert, Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee
Pakistan: Shaheen Shah Afridi (c), Aamir Jamal, Abbas Afridi, Azam Khan, Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Haseebullah, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Wasim, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Usama Mir, Zaman Khan
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