New Zealand have ruled Lockie Ferguson out of the remainder of the T20I series against India after scans showed a low-grade right-calf tear. Matt Henry has a low-grade quadriceps tear but remains on track for the ODI series, while Kyle Jamieson is due to rejoin the squad after domestic cricket.
India lead the five-match T20I series 2-0 and can secure the series in Wellington on October 27. New Zealand need a response, while Ishan Kishan remains unavailable for the third match.
New Zealand have reshuffled their squad for the remaining T20Is against India to manage workloads ahead of a five-match ODI series. Lockie Ferguson will miss the third match, Matt Fisher provides cover in Wellington, and Blair Tickner joins for the final three games.
New Zealand have named a 16-member squad for their five-match T20I series against India, with Mitchell Santner as captain and Adam Milne returning. Rachin Ravindra misses the T20I series with a shoulder injury as the Black Caps prepare for the opening match on October 22, 2026.