Christchurch: Wagner’s recovery is expected to be approximately six weeks, New Zealand Cricket (NZC) said in a statement. Coach Gary Stead said Henry brings Test experience and local knowledge to the squad.
”Matt has been in good form with the ball having recently taken 6-53 for New Zealand A against the Pakistan Shaheens (A side) in December,” Stead said. ”We’re still a couple of days out from the Test, so need to take a look at the surface while also assessing our options for best-possible team make-up,” he added.
New Zealand won the first Test by 101 runs to take 1-0 lead in the two-match series. Squad: Kane Williamson (c), Tom Blundell, Trent Boult, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Henry Nicholls, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Ross Taylor, BJ Watling (wk), Will Young.
