NZ vs ENG: New Zealand Faces Another Blow Ahead of Third Test as Star Batsman Gets Injured

New Zealand, already trailing 2-0 in the ongoing Test series between New Zealand and England, has suffered another major setback. The team's star opener Devon Conway will not play in the third and final Test match. Conway has withdrawn himself from the bout due to family reasons. He is awaiting the birth of his first child with his wife Kim. This Test match will be played in Hamilton from 14 to 18 December.

Conway's absence hurts the team

After Devon Conway's exit from the team, there has been a big void in New Zealand's top order. In his place, middle-order batsman Mark Chapman has been included in the team. "We are all very excited to welcome Dev and his wife Kim's first child," said team head coach Gary Stead. There is nothing more important than family. ”

Mark Chapman's brilliant form

Mark Chapman is in tremendous form at the moment. Chapman, who was part of the Test team on the recent tour of India, scored 276 runs in the domestic tournament Plunket Shield. This spectacular performance has earned him a place in the team for the third Test.

Will Young may get a chance

Will Young is likely to be included in the playing XI in Conway's absence. He scored 244 runs at an average of 48.40 on the tour of India. However, due to the return of Kane Williamson in this series, he could not get a place in the final eleven.

England retains dominance

England have already taken an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match Test series. In the second Test, England won a big win by 323 runs. The final Test of the series will begin in Hamilton on December 14, where New Zealand will have the last chance to save the honour.