New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell will miss the last T20 International against Pakistan, with fellow all-rounder Rachin Ravindra taking his place in the squad for Sunday’s encounter in Christchurch, the home team announced.
New Zealand already holds a 4-0 lead in the five-match series, and Mitchell will be rested as part of his workload management, New Zealand Cricket (NZC) announced on Saturday.
“Daryl is an important player for us across all three formats and ensuring he’s in the best place to perform in international cricket is vital,” coach Gary Stead said.
“Rachin is coming off a period of rest himself and will bring a valuable skill set to the group in this final match as he continues his return to cricket.”
Devon Conway missed Friday’s triumph because he tested positive for COVID-19. New Zealand will wait until Sunday morning to decide whether to field him in the final T20.
