Redmond replaces Ryder

Aaron Redmond could make his ODI bow for New Zealand, having impressed in the ICC World Twenty20

New Zealand have been given permission to include Aaron Redmond in their ICC Champions Trophy squad in the place of injured batsman Jesse Ryder.

Ryder suffered a groin injury while batting in the Black Caps’ 38-run win over Sri Lanka in Johannesburg and was subsequently ruled out for the remainder of the tournament.

Redmond is yet to play a one-day international but will now be available for New Zealand’s final group game against England at the Wanderers on Tuesday, when a Black Caps victory would secure them a place in the semi-finals.

New Zealand have already made a change to their squad due to injury after all-rounder Jacob Oram strained a hamstring and was replaced by James Franklin.