Uncapped pacer Michael Rae has been called up to New Zealand’s squad for the second Test match of the three-match series against the West Indies, according to ESPNcricinfo.

The 30-year-old speedster earned his maiden New Zealand Test call-up after Matt Henry suffered a calf injury and Nathan Smith suffered a side injury during the opening Test in Christchurch.

As per ESPNcricinfo, New Zealand’s Henry and Smith are doubtful for the second Test. The second Test in Wellington will begin on December 10.

Michael Rae started the second round of the Plunket Shield for Canterbury and took 3/65 in the first innings against Central Districts.

Rae has also played county cricket for Warwickshire, claiming 14 wickets at an average of 30.28. Overall, the right-arm speedster has picked up 205 wickets

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