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New Zealand captain Kane Williamson will miss the third Twenty20 International match against India, it emerged.
According to New Zealand Cricket, Kiwi captain will not be able to play the third T20I due to a pre-arranged medical appointment.
“Kane’s been trying to get this booked in for a while now, but unfortunately it hasn’t been able to fit into our schedule, head coach Gary Stead said.
“The health and well-being of our players and staff is paramount, and we look forward to seeing him in Auckland.”
Stead also clarified that the medical appointment isn’t to do with Williamson’s elbow which has troubled him every now and then.
“He’s a quality player who offers good versatility in the order,” Stead said of Chapman.
Williamson will join the ODI squad ahead of the series opener on Friday in Auckland.
