Skipper suffered right knee injury during Pakistan victory

Vettori fell awkwardly while diving forward in an unsuccessful attempt to catch Kamran Akmal’s spooned drive in the sixth over of Pakistan’s pursuit of a victory target of 303 in Pallekele.
New Zealand captain Daniel Vettori limped out of his side’s 110-run success over Pakistan after injuring his right knee. He was helped to his feet and continued for two further balls before going off to receive ice treatment on the knee.

New Zealand team media manager Ellery Tappin said Vettori’s injury is being assessed and at the moment and can’t comment further. Victory over Pakistan moved the Black Caps top of Group A and they are next in action against Canada in Mumbai n March 13.

Tim Southee picked up 3-25 as Pakistan were bowled out for 192 in reply and Taylor credited his bowlers – Kyle Mills, Nathan McCullum and Scott Styris each took two wickets for the pleasing result that gave him a 27th birthday to remember.

Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi, meanwhile, regretted his side’s failure in all departments of the game and hoped for a better performance in the remaining matches.