Arjit Kumar - Tuesday, Nov 18, 2025New Zealand vs West Indies Injury Updates: New Zealand's star all-rounder Daryl Mitchell has been ruled out of the ongoing ODI series against the West Indies. He suffered a groin injury while scoring a brilliant seventh century in the first ODI at Hagley Oval. Scans revealed the injury to be minor and he will require two weeks of rehabilitation. Experienced batsman Henry Nicholls has been included in the team in his place. Coach Rob Walter has expressed hope that Mitchell will recover soon and be available for the Test series starting December 2.
The New Zealand cricket team has suffered a major setback in the ongoing home ODI series against the West Indies. Key all-rounder Daryl Mitchell has been ruled out of the remaining matches due to a minor thigh injury.
Mitchell suffered the injury during the first ODI at Hagley Oval, where he scored his seventh ODI century in New Zealand's thrilling 7-run win. He did not field in the second innings due to the injury.
A groin scan revealed the injury to be minor, but he will require two weeks of rehabilitation to fully recover.
New Zealand management is hopeful that Mitchell will be fully fit in time for the three-Test series, which begins at Hagley Oval on December 2. Given the nature of his injury, the team management does not want to take any risks.
New Zealand head coach Rob Walter expressed disappointment over Mitchell's exclusion. He said, "When you're in such great form as Daryl, it's always difficult to miss a series due to injury. He has performed exceptionally well in the ODI format this summer, and we will miss him in two important matches."
He further added, "The good news is that the injury is minor, and we are confident that Daryl will be fully fit for the Test series."
Experienced international cricketer Henry Nicholls has been included in the squad in Mitchell's place, and he will now be part of the remainder of the series. Coach Walter praised Nicholls' recent domestic form (Henry Ford Trophy) and welcomed him to the team. This is a great opportunity for Nicholls to prove his form on the international stage.
