Head coach Rob Walter said the plan is for Ferguson to rejoin the squad to be available for the Super 8s of the tournament should the side reach that stage.
New Zealand, which suffered a seven-wicket loss to South Africa in its Group D match in Ahmedabad on Saturday, faces Canada in Chennai on Tuesday.
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“It’s an incredibly exciting time for Lockie and Emma, and we’re pleased that he’ll be at home for such a special occasion,” said Walter in a New Zealand Cricket (NZC) statement.
“At this stage, we won’t be replacing Lockie in the squad, as the plan would be for him to return for the Super 8 phase of the tournament.
“But our travelling reserves, Ben Sears and Cole McConchie, are ready to be called into the squad should we need them.” The 34-year-old Ferguson has taken four wickets for 108 runs in the three matches he has played so far. New Zealand is currently in the second spot in Group D table with four points.
Published on Feb 15, 2026
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