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Big Blow For New Zealand! Star All Rounder Ruled Out Of India Series Due To Injury

Sakshi Sharma

Amelia Kerr ruled out (Source:@MangaleKalyani/x.com)Amelia Kerr ruled out (Source:@MangaleKalyani/x.com)

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In a significant blow, New Zealand all-rounder Amelia Kerr has been ruled out for the remaining ODI's against India. It is important to note that she will miss the remaining matches after tearing her left quadricep muscle.

She injured herself during the first ODI at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. In that match, she made significant all-rounder contributions; with the ball, she scalped four wickets and with the bat, she made an unbeaten 25 runs. 

Amelia Kerr To Miss The ODI's Against India

The NZC confirmed her injury today (October 26) and stated that she underwent scans after the first ODI on October 24. The reports of her scan revealed that Amelia Kerr tore her left quadricep muscle. The injury requires three weeks of rest and recovery time, and Kerr is set to return home on October 27 to begin her rehabilitation. 

“We’re really gutted for Melie. Injuries are always a challenging time for a player and we know how disappointed she is to not be able to play these games. Everyone knows how much of an integral part of this team Melie is so we’ll certainly miss her but we’re wishing her a speedy recovery,” said head coach Ben Sawyer.

With the final game of the three-match series scheduled for October 29, New Zealand will not be seeking a replacement, opting instead to continue with the existing squad. It is also worth noting that her absence will add to New Zealand's challenges, as they have already lost the first match of the series. 

Amelia Kerr Remarkable Performance In World Cup 2024 

The all-rounder had a remarkable World Cup 2024, and it would not be wrong to say that her contribution was vital for New Zealand's first World Cup victory. In the marquee tournament, she took 15 wickets- the highest by any player in a single edition of the Women’s T20 World Cup. She contributed with the ball and made valuable contributions with the bat, as he scored 135 runs. 

Her standout performance was vital 43 runs against Australia in the final, which helped New Zealand secure its maiden title. She also earned the Player of the Match and Player of the Tournament for her remarkable contribution.