Daryl Mitchell is ready to return to the New Zealand first XI for the first time since breaking his finger, with a difficult decision to be made on one of the starters from the thrashing of Australia. Mitchell broke his finger while batting in a practice session before the start of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
As a result, he was forced to miss the home tri-series against Bangladesh and Pakistan. Daryl Mitchell is ready to return to the New Zealand first XI for the first time since breaking his finger, with a difficult decision to be made on one of the starters from the squad that thrashed Australia.
Daryl Mitchell suffered a finger fracture
Mitchell suffered a finger fracture while batting in a practice session before the commencement of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. As a result, he was forced to miss the tri-series against Bangladesh and Pakistan at home. Yep, I believe Daryl has gone through all the exams he has to go through after obviously breaking his hand a few weeks ago,” Southee said.
“Yeah, I guess he comes in tomorrow for the side.” During the tri-series, Mark Chapman filled in for Mitchell and even played in New Zealand’s T20 World Cup opener against Australia. Unfortunately, Southee has announced that the 28-year-old will be making way for the all-rounder in the playing XI.
Who will take on in place of Daryl Mitchell
When asked if Glenn Phillips would make way for Mitchell, Southee was eager to emphasize that Chapman would be the one to lose his spot. Yeah, I don’t believe [it’ll be Phillips] — I think it’ll be Mark Chapman, the unfortunate one who came in for Daryl in the Tri-Series against Bangladesh and Pakistan,” Southee remarked. Yeah, Glenn has been terrific for us over the last while, both on the field and, I suppose, adding vital runs at a respectable rate when he bats.”
“Yeah, it’s unfortunate for Mark Chapman, who hasn’t done anything wrong, but I believe Daryl — he’s an important component of the side and has done well for us, so yeah, now that he’s fit and ready, he simply comes back in. He’ll be right back in there.”
New Zealand hoping for Daryl Mitchell Early Recovery
The Kiwis will be relieved to have Mitchell back in the lineup. Last year, the 31-year-old all-rounder was instrumental in their route to the T20 World Cup Final, scoring 208 runs at an average of 34.66 and striking at 140.54. He batted through the innings and led New Zealand home with a remarkable 47-ball 72* in the semi-final against England, helping his team clinch a place in the Final.
New Zealand is presently top of Group 1, which is precariously situated owing to match cancellations. As of this writing, the top and bottom teams are separated by just one point, making every game critical in securing a spot in the knockouts.