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Adam Milne Ruled Out of T20 World Cup, Kyle Jamieson Steps In as Replacement

New Zealand fast bowler Adam Milne has been ruled out of the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup due to a torn hamstring sustained during the SA20 tournament. He will be replaced in the squad by Kyle Jamieson, who is already with the team in India. Milne, a veteran of multiple T20 World Cups, has a significant record in the format with 65 wickets in 56 T20Is. New Zealand will begin their World Cup campaign in Group D against Afghanistan on February 8 in Chennai.

Key Points: Adam Milne Out of T20 WC, Kyle Jamieson Named Replacement

  • Milne injured in SA20
  • Kyle Jamieson named replacement
  • Milne's T20 World Cup history
  • New Zealand in Group D
  • Campaign starts vs Afghanistan
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Injured NZ quick Adam Milne ruled out of T20 WC; Jamieson named replacement

New Zealand's Adam Milne ruled out of ICC T20 World Cup with hamstring injury. Kyle Jamieson called up as his replacement for the tournament.

"We're all gutted for Adam. He'd worked so hard... and was looking back to his best. - Rob Walter"

Wellington, Jan 23

Right-arm fast bowler Adam Milne has been ruled out of the ICC T20 World Cup with a torn left hamstring and will be replaced in the squad by Kyle Jamieson, New Zealand Cricket said on Friday.

Milne suffered the injury while bowling in the SA20 on Sunday, with subsequent scans revealing the extent of the injury.

"We're all gutted for Adam. He'd worked so hard to get himself ready for the tournament and was looking back to his best in his eight games for the Eastern Cape Sunrisers. It's unfortunate timing for Adam and we wish him a speedy recovery," said head coach Rob Walter.

Jamieson, who is currently part of the white-ball tour of India, has been added to the T20 World Cup squad after originally being named as the travelling reserve for the mega event in India and Sri Lanka.

Walter said Jamieson was a worthy replacement.

"It's great that Kyle is already with us here in India. He's an integral member of our pace-bowling group and has hit the ground running on this tour.

"He's a hard worker with a good set of skills and experiences that will hold him good stead for the tournament," he said.

Milne has been a part of New Zealand's squad at multiple T20 World Cups, including the 2012, 2016, 2021 and 2022 editions of the tournament.

He has played 11 matches at T20 World Cups and has taken six wickets for New Zealand.

The 33-year-old pacer has 65 wickets in 56 matches ever since his T20I debut for the Kiwis in 2010. Overall, Milne has 258 scalps from 226 T20 matches at an average of 23.23 and an economy of 7.89 in T20 cricket.

New Zealand have been placed in Group D alongside South Africa, Afghanistan, UAE and Canada in the T20 World Cup.

New Zealand will begin their campaign on February 8 with a clash against Afghanistan at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

- IANS

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Priya S
So sad for Adam Milne. He was in good form in the SA20. Hope he recovers soon. New Zealand's pace attack is still very strong with Boult, Southee, and now Jamieson. Their group looks manageable, but Afghanistan can be tricky!
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Aman W
Injuries before a big tournament are heartbreaking. As an Indian fan, I respect the Kiwi team a lot. They are always strong contenders. Jamieson is a like-for-like replacement, maybe even an upgrade given his current form in our conditions.
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Sarah B
It's a shame, but having your reserve player already with the squad in India is a huge logistical advantage. Shows good planning by NZC. Wishing Milne a speedy recovery.
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Vikram M
Honestly, while it's sad for Milne, this might work out better for New Zealand. Jamieson offers more with the bat down the order and is a genuine wicket-taker. His experience in India right now is priceless. Tough break becomes a strategic gain.
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Kriti O
Hamstring tear at 33... recovery takes time. He's had a decent T20 career. Hope he gets fit for the IPL maybe? Focus now is on the World Cup in Chennai! Can't wait for the tournament to begin. 🏏

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