Daryl Mitchell has been ruled out of the second Test against South Africa and the subsequent three-match home T20I series against Australia.
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Persistent foot issue
Mitchell seeks recovery from a long-standing foot injury. Mitchell, who has emerged as a vital cog of NZ's all-form teams, has been carrying the problem for around six or seven months.
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Potential replacements
Will Young or the uncapped Will O'Rourke are in line to take Mitchell's place in the XI for the 2nd Test against South Africa.
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Impressive career stats
Mitchell has smashed 1,497 runs in 21 Tests with the help of five tons and nine fifties. His average of 53.46 is the second-highest among Kiwi batters with 1,000 or more runs in Tests.
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Williamson may miss Australia T20Is
Regular NZ skipper Kane Williamson is also unlikely to play in the T20Is against Australia, while Trent Boult may be considered.