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Michael Bracewell has been replaced by Cole McConchie as travelling reserve in New Zealand's squad.

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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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