NZW Vs SLW: New Zealand Women cricketer Lauren Down has been ruled out of the ODI series vs Sri Lanka Women, after the batter sustained an injury during the first ODI in Napier.
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Lauren Down has failed to recover in time, and has now been replaced by 20-year-old Izzy Sharp, who is an uncapped player from the franchise of Canterbury Magicians.
“We’re all really disappointed for Lauren to be ruled out of the series. Unfortunately injuries are part of the game we wish her a speedy recovery. It does provide an exciting opportunity for Izzy to join the group in Nelson for these last two matches and we’re looking forward to welcoming her,” said Ben Sawyer.
WATCH: Bree Illing Reflects On Her ODI Debut, Calls It ‘Dream Come True’
New Zealand Women bowler Bree Illing made her ODI debut during her side’s first ODI against Sri Lanka, and she capped-off her maiden international match with the figures of 2/42.
“Honestly, it’s a dream come true. To be able to debut, and especially with a great bunch of girls. Lots of my Hearts (Auckland Hearts) players were there alongside me to support me, and the girls have been so welcoming and so supportive,” said Bree Illing.
The White Ferns cricketer also reflected on her first-ever ODI wicket, and how her ‘not so accurate’ delivery gifted her the wicket of Sri Lanka legend Chamari Athapaththu.
“I bowled the ball and went ‘uh oh!’ this is not short enough and then when it got in Jess’ hands I was like ‘oh yay!’,” she added.
“I bowled the ball and went, uh oh!” 😅 Bree Illing reflects on her dream international debut taking 2-42 against Sri Lanka, in what ended as a no result match due to rain. Scorecard | https://t.co/6t0mX3Tt7J #NZvSL #CricketNation pic.twitter.com/NrolgD9L9s
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