New Zealand’s Mark Chapman Ruled Out of ODI Series Decider Against Pakistan

November 6, 2025 By usmanthotti Sports 2 min read

New Zealand’s Mark Chapman Ruled Out of ODI Series Decider Against Pakistan

New Zealand’s left-handed batter, Mark Chapman, has been sidelined for the third and final One Day International (ODI) against Pakistan due to a right hamstring injury. The match is scheduled for Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui.

Injury Details and Replacement

Chapman sustained a minor hamstring tear while fielding during the series opener in Napier on March 29, 2025. Despite his impressive performance, scoring a career-best 132 runs that contributed significantly to New Zealand’s 73-run victory, the injury has rendered him unavailable for the remainder of the series. Tim Seifert, who was called up as Chapman’s replacement for the second ODI in Hamilton, will continue to fill his spot in the squad.

Series Overview

New Zealand currently leads the three-match series 2-0. The team secured a comprehensive win in the second ODI, with Mitchell Hay’s unbeaten 99 runs and Ben Sears’ maiden five-wicket haul dismantling Pakistan’s lineup. The absence of Chapman, coupled with the earlier loss of Tom Latham due to a fractured hand, presents challenges for the Black Caps as they aim for a series whitewash.

Player Profiles

Mark Chapman, born on June 27, 1994, in Hong Kong, has been a versatile asset for New Zealand since his debut in 2018. He has played 30 ODIs, amassing 868 runs at an average of 39, including three centuries and three half-centuries. His T20I record is equally impressive, with 1,783 runs in 96 matches at a strike rate of 132.47.

Tim Seifert, a 30-year-old right-handed batter and wicketkeeper, has been a consistent performer in the T20 format. He was the leading run-scorer in the recent five-match T20I series against Pakistan, accumulating 249 runs at a striking rate of 207.50, earning him the Player of the Series award. Seifert’s last ODI appearance was in January 2019 against Sri Lanka.

Looking Ahead

With the series already clinched, New Zealand’s management may use the final ODI to test squad depth and provide opportunities to emerging players. The team will also focus on managing player workloads and injuries, ensuring key players like Chapman and Latham recover fully ahead of upcoming international fixtures.