Redmond to join New Zealand as wrong cover

Batsman Aaron Redmond has been called up to the New Zealand squad for the ICC World Twenty20 in England as cover for Jesse Ryder, who is down with a groin injury. Ryder, who was hospitalised as a precautionary measure, is in doubt for the team's opening Super Eights clash against Ireland at Trent Bridge on Thursday.

Redmond, who has been playing cricket in England, is expected to join the squad but his inclusion is subject to ICC approval.

"He (Ryder) has been in considerable discomfort, and medical advice is that he would certainly not be able to play in tomorrow's game," team manager Dave Currie told NZPA. "In the meantime, Aaron joins the squad as a precautionary measure. However, any replacement will have to be approved by the ICC."

Redmond is yet to make his Twenty20 debut for the country.

The team is saddled with injury worries, with batsman Ross Taylor certain to miss out against Ireland due to a hamstring pull and Daniel Vettori also in doubt with an injured left shoulder. New Zealand's next game is against Pakistan on Saturday.
Source:www.cricinfo.com