Last Updated: September 15, 2023, 22:37 IST
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Tim Southee sufered a fracture to his right thumb (AP)
New Zealand pacer Tim Southee broke a bone in his right thumb, casting doubt on his participation in the World Cup.
New Zealand fast bowler Tim Southee’s World Cup participation is in doubt after New Zealand Cricket (NZC) said he had fractured a bone in his right thumb while fielding during the fourth and final one-day international against England on Friday.
“An x-ray has confirmed that Tim Southee dislocated and fractured a bone in his right thumb while attempting to take a catch in the 14th over of the 1st innings,” NZC said in a statement.
“A timeline for his recovery will be established tomorrow when he undergoes further assessment.”
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Injury Update | An x-ray has confirmed that Tim Southee dislocated and fractured a bone in his right thumb while attempting to take a catch in the 14th over of the 1st innings. A timeline for his recovery will be established tomorrow when he undergoes further assessment. #ENGvNZ pic.twitter.com/74zT4t9pGc— BLACKCAPS (@BLACKCAPS) September 15, 2023
NZC added that batter Finn Allen, who also picked up an injury while on the pitch as a substitute fielder, had been “cleared of any fracture or break”.
New Zealand trail England 2-1 in the series. They next take on Bangladesh in a three-match ODI series, which Southee was rested for.
Following their series against Bangladesh, New Zealand will face defending champions England in their opening game at the 50-overs World Cup in India.
Southee will be battling with fellow pacers Trent Boult, Matt Henry and Lockie Ferguson for places in the New Zealand team, should he make it to the World Cup.
Meanwhile, opener Finn Allen has been cleared of any fracture or break after injuring the little finger on his right-hand while on as a substitute fielder.
(With inputs from Agencies)
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