Michael Bracewell Ruled Out Of ICC T20 World Cup 2026: In the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, New Zealand made a strong start by winning two back to back matches, but the Kiwi team has suffered a big setback in the ongoing tournament. New Zealand team’s star all-rounder Michael Bracewell has been ruled out of T20 World Cup 2026. Bracewell suffered a calf injury during practice before New Zealand’s opening match of the tournament. Let us tell you that Michael Bracewell, who came to India, also captained the three-match ODI series, but unfortunately he is now out of the T20 World Cup without playing a single match.

New Zealand Cricket issued a statement saying

Michael Bracewell was injured during the match played against Afghanistan in Chennai on February 8. New Zealand Cricket later said in a statement, ‘Bracewell had recovered from the calf injury sustained in the third ODI against India last month, but re-injured the muscle during practice on Sunday.’

Who will replace Michael Bracewell in the team?

Regarding Michael Bracewell’s injury, New Zealand Cricket said, ‘After investigation, the injury has been confirmed and it may take about three weeks for him to be fully fit.’ Bracewell’s replacement has been announced. In place of Bracewell, off-spin all-rounder Cole McConchie will now come to India to join the team as a reserve along with fast bowler Ben Sears.

Wanindu Hasaranga also out of T20 World Cup

Before New Zealand, the Sri Lankan team has suffered a big blow in the form of Wanindu Hasaranga. Due to injury, Hasaranga is now out of the remaining matches of the tournament for Sri Lanka. Hasaranga suffered a left muscle strain during Sri Lanka’s opening match against Ireland on Sunday, February 8. The ICC has approved the inclusion of leg spin all-rounder Dushan Hemanth in the Sri Lankan team in place of Hasaranga.