Injured Tuffey to miss rest of India ODI series

JAIPUR - New Zealand fast bowler Daryl Tuffey will miss the rest of the five-match one-day international series against India following a bicep strain.

The right-arm fast bowler had picked up the injury in Sunday’s first one-day international in Guwahati, which New Zealand lost by 40 runs to go 0-1 down in the series.

“Daryl developed some discomfort in his right bicep when playing but was able to manage it during the match,” Cricinfo quoted Mark Greatbatch, New Zealand coach and selector, as saying.

“It’s appears to be okay when he bowls, but he’s unable to throw without pain, so he will return to New Zealand for further assessment and treatment,” he added.

New Zealand Cricket has not named a replacement yet.

Greatbatch also said that captain Daniel Vettori and Brendon McCullum are likely to make their comebacks after missing the series opener due to their back problems.

“We are hopeful that both Dan and Brendon will be available for the next match,” Greatbatch said.

“Dan is more likely at this stage but we are monitoring both on a day-by-day basis. A decision on the final line-up is not expected until shortly before the match,” he added.he second ODI will be held in Jaipur on Wednesday. (ANI)