New Zealand all-rounder Corey Anderson out of England with back injury
Friday 12 June 2015 22:24, UK
New Zealand all-rounder Corey Anderson has sustained a back injury and will play no further part on the tour of England.
The 24-year-old suffered a stress-related injury to his lumbar spine during the first Test at Lord's and will miss the remaining ODIs.
New Zealand head coach Mike Hesson said: "Corey has been working hard to get back to full fitness for the ODI series but he hasn’t been able to overcome this injury.
“We felt the best course of action was to send him back to New Zealand for further assessment."
Anderson managed just eight overs at Lord's but did hit 67 in the second innings in New Zealand's 124-run defeat.
New Zealand are yet to name a replacement.
Somerset also issued a statement regarding the injury, as Anderson had been due to represent them in the second half of the NatWest T20 Blast.
Somerset director of cricket Matt Maynard said: “Obviously this is a blow for both Somerset and Corey but injuries happen in sport.
"We wish Corey a speedy recovery and I can assure all Members and supporters that we are actively seeking a suitable replacement.”
