Neesham has represented his native New Zealand in 60 T20 Internationals, fully utilising his status as an allrounder. He has 688 T20I runs to his name at a strike rate of 159.62, as well as a handy 25 international T20 wickets, at an average of 30.12
A team spokesperson confirmed that Wade, the second wicketkeeper in team after Josh Inglis, who was ruled out due to injury, is positive for the virus.
A total of three cases have been booked against the Hyderabad Cricket Association in relation to the unfortunate incident. Cases have been booked under sections 420, 337, and 21/76 of the city police act.
Hardik Pandya's unbeaten 71 off 30 balls went in vain as Indian bowlers came a cropper and failed to defend 209-run target against Australia. India now trail 0-1 in three-match T20I series.
After losing quick wickets in the initial overs, India came back strongly with the help of KL Rahul (55) and Suryakumar Yadav (46) who stitched an important third wicket partnership of 68 runs to power India to a commendable total. Hardik Pandya () also played an attacking inning and punished the Australian bowlers to help India achieve a daunting total.
Kane Richardson and Jhye Richardson bagged four and three wickets respectively to restrict Sri Lanka to 124/9, while Wade smashed crucial 26* runs to guide Australia home.
Colombo [Sri Lanka], June 6 (ANI): Aaron Finch led Australia will take on hosts Sri Lanka in three-match T20I series starting from Tuesday here at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Colombo.