Injury forces change in New Zealand's T20 World Cup squad
Michael Bracewell has been replaced by Cole McConchie as travelling reserve in New Zealand's squad.
New Zealand have been forced to make a change to their squad during their ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 campaign.
The Event Technical Committee of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 have approved Cole McConchie as a travelling reserve in Michael Bracewell's stead in the New Zealand squad.
All-rounder Bracewell picked up an injury while carrying out support duties during match against Afghanistan in Chennai on February 8.
New Zealand began their T20 World Cup campaign with a five-wicket win over Afghanistan. The Kiwis followed it up with another impressive win over the UAE.
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New Zealand coach Rob Walter said it was a massive blow to lose Bracewell.
“We’re all feeling for Michael,” said Walter.
“It’s really tough to get ruled out of a World Cup and I know how much playing for New Zealand means to him.
“Michael worked incredibly hard to give himself a chance but unfortunately has had this set back.
“We wish him a smooth recovery.”
New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (c), Finn Allen, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Seifert, Ish Sodhi. Reserves: Ben Sears, Cole McConchie
