New Zealand speedster Lockie Ferguson will fly home on Sunday to be with his wife for the birth of their first child, ruling him out of the Black Caps’ final Group D clash against Canada in the T20 World Cup.
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Head coach Rob Walter confirmed that the fast bowler is expected to rejoin the squad for the Super 8 stage if New Zealand advances to the next round.
The Kiwis, who slipped to a seven-wicket defeat against South Africa on Saturday, will face Canada in Chennai on Tuesday in their last group fixture.
“It’s an incredibly exciting time for Lockie and Emma, and we’re delighted he can be home for such a special moment,” Walter said in a statement released by New Zealand Cricket.
“At this point, we won’t name a replacement, as the plan is for Lockie to return for the Super 8 phase.
“However, our travelling reserves Ben Sears and Cole McConchie are on standby if required.”
The 34-year-old pacer has claimed four wickets at a cost of 108 runs in three outings so far in the tournament.
New Zealand currently sit second in the Group D standings with four points.
