New Zealand's Matt Henry Out of Cricket World Cup Due to Hamstring Injury; Kyle Jamieson Set as Replacement
Injury-riddled New Zealand ranks fourth in the World Cup standings amid losses to India, Australia, and South Africa; remaining games against Pakistan and Sri Lanka will decide semifinal participation.
- New Zealand cricket player Matt Henry has been ruled out of the Cricket World Cup due to a hamstring injury sustained during a match against South Africa.
- Kyle Jamieson, who was a traveling reserve for the team, has been called up to replace Henry and is expected to be ready for the next match against Pakistan.
- Henry has been a crucial part of New Zealand's team, taking 11 wickets in seven games. His loss is seen as a major setback for the team.
- New Zealand, currently ranked fourth in the World Cup standings, has lost its last three games against India, Australia, and South Africa.
- To guarantee a place in the semifinals, the Kiwis need to win their remaining games against Pakistan and Sri Lanka.