New Zealand Cricket announced on Sunday that wicketkeeper-batter Devon Conway will replace the injured Finn Allen in the New Zealand squad for the upcoming 20-overs tri-series in Zimbabwe.
Allen has been ruled out of the tournament after sustaining a foot injury while playing for the San Francisco Unicorns in the Major League Cricket (MLC) in the United States.
“I was looking forward to working with him and to see him continue his form from the MLC but unfortunately, injuries happen,” a New Zealand Cricket spokesperson stated. “We’re lucky to be able to call on someone of Devon’s quality to replace Finn.”
Mitch Hay, Jimmy Neesham, and Tim Robinson will also join the squad as cover for Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, and Rachin Ravindra, who are involved in the MLC final on Monday.
“We knew there’d be a possibility that a handful of players could be involved in the MLC final on Monday, so we’re bringing in Mitch, Jimmy, and Tim as possible replacements,” the spokesperson added.
Hosts Zimbabwe are set to face South Africa in the tournament opener on Sunday. New Zealand will begin their campaign against South Africa on Wednesday.
