Chapman, who scored a career-best 132 in the series opener at McLean Park, will return to Auckland for rehabilitation with the aim to be available for the third and final ODI at Bay Oval on Saturday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Top-order batter Tim Seifert will replace Chapman in the squad in Hamilton. Seifert joins the squad off the back of a memorable T20I series against Pakistan where he topped the run scoring charts with 249 runs averaging 62.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Kiwis coach Gary Stead said the injury was unfortunate for Chapman and the team.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIt\u2019s obviously disappointing news for Mark, after a really special innings in the opening ODI in Napier. We\u2019re thankful that the hamstring injury is only minor so we\u2019re hopeful that Mark will be able to complete his rehabilitation and be available for the final match of the summer in the Mount.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
While ODI squad selection preference was given to players on full national and domestic contracts, Stead said Seifert\u2019s recent form had warranted his selection.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWith several new faces in this squad it\u2019s great to be able to call on a player of Tim\u2019s experience. He\u2019s in good form after a great T20 series and he provides another strong top-order batting option heading into an important match tomorrow,\u201d Stead added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
While ODI squad selection preference was given to players on full national and domestic contracts, Stead said Seifert\u2019s recent form had warranted his selection.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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