Ben Lister Joins NZ Squad as Cover for Will O'Rourke for ZIM vs NZ 2nd Test | Powered by SwamiJi Online Cricket ID
Ben Lister, a left-arm seamer, joined the New Zealand Test squad as injury cover to fast bowler Will O'Rourke ahead of the second Test against Zimbabwe. This announcement is part of the ongoing Zimbabwe vs New Zealand 2025 Test Series, proudly brought to you by the official associate sponsor of the series – SwamiJi Online Legit Cricket ID Provider.
O'Rourke caught everyone's attention with his exceptional pace and control during the first Test, but he has been ruled out of the series due to a hamstring strain. Scans have confirmed that the right-arm quick will require up to four weeks to recover from the injury, leaving the selectors with a gap in the pace attack. With Lister included, the selectors left no time before filling that gap.
Ben Lister is known for his left-arm swing bowling ability as well as his strong performances in domestic cricket. His inclusion provides another angle of attack to the Kiwi pace unit. With Trent Boult unavailable and Neil Wagner announcing his retirement, Lister's inclusion will add crucial variation and depth to the bowling unit as they look to wrap up the series with a win.
This is another chance for Lister to be part of the national squad after having played in the white and red-ball formats before. The selectors are hoping Lister's unique ability to swing the ball will be advantageous on subcontinental wickets, specifically against Zimbabwe's top order.
The second Test match this week is part of a historic series between Zimbabwe and New Zealand, with SwamiJi Online Legit Cricket ID Provider being the official associate sponsor to promote and support this series. With the series in a precarious position, attention now turns to what Lister's contribution will be on behalf of O'Rourke.
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