New Zealand Cricket disclosed on Saturday that fast bowler Kyle Jamieson is set for another extended period on the sidelines due to a stress fracture in his back.
Following New Zealand’s triumph over South Africa in the first Test at Mount Maunganui earlier this month, scans revealed the injury, sidelining Jamieson from cricket for a minimum of six months.
After his impressive performance with match figures of 6-93, the towering seamer reported back pain, forcing him to miss the second Test.
Remarkably, the injury is in the same area as a previous fracture that necessitated surgery in February of the previous year. However, the team’s medical staff has opted against another operation.
Expressing his frustration, the 29-year-old admitted that facing another round of rehabilitation was a tough pill to swallow.
“The last few days have been some of my most challenging, but I am hugely grateful for the support I’ve received from my partner, family, teammates, support staff and medical professionals,” he said.
“I know injuries are part of life as a cricketer and at my age I am hopeful I still have many more playing days ahead of me.”
Since making his debut in 2020, Jamieson has claimed 80 wickets at an impressive average of 19.73 across 19 Test matches.
For the upcoming two-Test home series against Australia commencing on February 29 in Wellington, it is likely that paceman Will O’Rourke will step in as his replacement.
O’Rourke showcased his capabilities in the recent Test series against South Africa in Hamilton, earning the ‘Man of the Match’ title on his debut. He delivered remarkable match figures of 9-93 in the seven-wicket triumph, contributing significantly to New Zealand’s 2-0 series victory.
Following New Zealand’s triumph over South Africa in the first Test at Mount Maunganui earlier this month, scans revealed the injury, sidelining Jamieson from cricket for a minimum of six months.
After his impressive performance with match figures of 6-93, the towering seamer reported back pain, forcing him to miss the second Test.
Remarkably, the injury is in the same area as a previous fracture that necessitated surgery in February of the previous year. However, the team’s medical staff has opted against another operation.
Expressing his frustration, the 29-year-old admitted that facing another round of rehabilitation was a tough pill to swallow.
“The last few days have been some of my most challenging, but I am hugely grateful for the support I’ve received from my partner, family, teammates, support staff and medical professionals,” he said.
“I know injuries are part of life as a cricketer and at my age I am hopeful I still have many more playing days ahead of me.”
Since making his debut in 2020, Jamieson has claimed 80 wickets at an impressive average of 19.73 across 19 Test matches.
For the upcoming two-Test home series against Australia commencing on February 29 in Wellington, it is likely that paceman Will O’Rourke will step in as his replacement.
O’Rourke showcased his capabilities in the recent Test series against South Africa in Hamilton, earning the ‘Man of the Match’ title on his debut. He delivered remarkable match figures of 9-93 in the seven-wicket triumph, contributing significantly to New Zealand’s 2-0 series victory.