Mumbai, October 27: Pacer Blair Tickner has been added to the New Zealand squad for the remainder of the ODI series against England at home as a replacement for Kyle Jamieson, who was ruled out due to a stiff left side. As per a New Zealand Cricket (NZC) press release, the 32-year-old will be joining the team on Monday. In 13 ODIs, Blair Tickner has taken 16 wickets at an average of 42.43 with a four-fer to his game, last representing the side in ODIs and international cricket in general against Pakistan in May 2023. The Blackcaps coach, Rob Walter, said Tickner was a reliable replacement for Jamieson. NZ vs ENG 1st ODI 2025: England Captain Harry Brook’s Century Falls Short As New Zealand Win by Four Wickets.

"Blair's an experienced campaigner and no stranger to international cricket. He bowls a heavy ball from a decent height with plenty of energy and aggression. In that respect, he can fill a similar role to what Kyle would normally perform," he said.

The Kiwis relocate to Hamilton ahead of Wednesday's second game of the three-match ODI series. Walter said he was impressed with the first-up four-wicket win at Bay Oval.

"It was a good start to the series, and I thought the bowlers set the tone superbly. For Zak Foulkes to claim 4-41 in his first bowl in ODI cricket, including the big wickets of Ben Duckett, Joe Root and Jacob Bethell, showed the level of talent and composure he possesses," he said. NZ vs ENG 2025: New Zealand Pacer Kyle Jamieson Ruled Out ODI Series Against England Due to Side Stiffness.

"It was encouraging to see the middle order then step up with the bat on a tricky wicket, and I thought Daryl Mitchell and Michael Bracewell showed their experience to help guide us to the target. Seddon Park will bring new conditions and challenges, and we know England will be highly motivated to bounce back and level the series," he concluded.

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