Medical scans revealed an abdominal strain that forces Nathan Smith from New Zealand's second Test squad against Zimbabwe. Zakary Foulkes earns his first Test selection as Smith's replacement after the all-rounder suffered the injury during his batting stint. Smith retired hurt after scoring 22 runs from 79 deliveries on day two of the opening match in Bulawayo. The strain requires between two and four weeks of rehabilitation according to team doctors. His bowling performance yielded three wickets for 20 runs before the injury occurred.
Ben Lister joins the touring party as additional pace bowling cover following Will O'Rourke's back problems during the first Test. Foulkes brings experience from 13 Twenty20 internationals and one ODI appearance to his maiden Test call-up. The 24-year-old has claimed 57 wickets across 19 first-class matches while averaging 19.42 with the bat. New Zealand secured a nine-wicket victory in the series opener with Matt Henry claiming nine wickets. The second Test commences August 7 at Queens Sports Club.
Ben Lister joins the touring party as additional pace bowling cover following Will O'Rourke's back problems during the first Test. Foulkes brings experience from 13 Twenty20 internationals and one ODI appearance to his maiden Test call-up. The 24-year-old has claimed 57 wickets across 19 first-class matches while averaging 19.42 with the bat. New Zealand secured a nine-wicket victory in the series opener with Matt Henry claiming nine wickets. The second Test commences August 7 at Queens Sports Club.
