Wellington, Aug 26 (AP) — New Zealand's promising fast bowler Will O'Rourke has been ruled out for up to three months due to a stress fracture in his lower back. The injury, sustained during New Zealand's test series in Zimbabwe earlier this month, sidelines a critical player from the national squad.
Fortunately, O'Rourke will not require surgery. He is set to undertake a strength and conditioning program to aid his recovery.
His absence will be felt in upcoming series. O'Rourke is expected to miss the Twenty20 series against Australia and both the T20 and one-day internationals against England scheduled for October. Additionally, he will likely miss the white-ball series against the West Indies in November.
However, there is hope for his return in December for New Zealand's three-test series against the West Indies. At just 24, O'Rourke has established himself as a vital member of New Zealand's pace attack, capturing 39 wickets in 11 tests since his debut against South Africa last year. His absence will undoubtedly leave a gap in the lineup. (AP) APA APA
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