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Kane Williamson will miss the second Test against England starting on Friday, after testing positive for COVID-19 on the eve of the match.
Tom Latham will captain the side in Kane Williamson’s absence.
He undertook a Rapid Antigen Test after experiencing some symptoms during the day and will now undergo five days of isolation.
The rest of the side has tested negative and will continue following the tour health protocols.
Coach Gary Stead confirmed Hamish Rutherford will join the squad as Williamson’s replacement.
“It’s such a shame for Kane to be forced to withdraw on the eve of such an important match. We are all feeling for him at this time and know how disappointed he will be,” Stead said.
“Hamish was with the Test squad earlier in the tour and has been playing for the Leicestershire Foxes in the Vitality T20 Blast,” he added.
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