New BLACKCAP Andy McKay has been ruled out of the Test against Bangladesh, which starts in Hamilton on Monday, due to a mild foot injury. Northern Knights bowler, Brent Arnel, will come into the team as a replacement.

BLACKCAPS team physiotherapist, Kate Stalker said that the fast-bowler started experiencing pain in his foot during last week's ODI series. This pain intensified today during training, and a decision was made not to play him in the test.

BLACKCAPS selectors spokesman, Mark Greatbatch, said; "This is a precautionary measure. It would be unwise to risk aggravating his injury for the sake of a one-off test match. We want to make sure he is fit again as soon as possible.

"We are all disappointed for Andy, but at this stage he needs a chance to rest his foot and recover properly.

"Brent has been in the wings for a while and was twelfth man for New Zealand during last year's Indian tour. He has been doing a lot of extra bowling recently and has been performing well at domestic cricket."