Darcie Brown to Miss Final T20I Due to Family Commitments

Darcie Brown to Miss Final T20I Against New Zealand Due to Family Reasons

Australia pace bowler Darcie Brown will miss the third and final T20I against New Zealand in Wellington after returning home for family reasons.

Brown played a key role in Australia's series-clinching wins, delivering standout performances with figures of 1 for 22 in Auckland and 2 for 23 in Mount Maunganui. Her efforts helped Australia secure a 2-0 lead in the three-match series.

Cricket Australia has confirmed that no replacement will be added to the squad for the final game. With Brown absent, veteran seamer Megan Schutt—rested for the second T20I—is expected to return to the playing XI.

Australia are already without vice-captain Ashleigh Gardner, who fractured a finger while attempting a return catch in the series opener. Meanwhile, Queensland offspinning allrounder Charli Knott, who joined the squad ahead of the second match, is still awaiting her international debut.

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