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New Zealand captain Michael Bracewell was off the field during India's chase in the series deciding third ODI in Indore on Sunday. On commentary, Simon Doull confirmed that Bracewell had suffered a left calf injury and was unlikely to return to the field for the second innings. In his absence, Daryl Mitchell, who scored a century earlier, stood in as New Zealand captain.

New Zealand captain Michael Bracewell went off the field during the IND vs NZ Final ODI in Indore on Sunday. Bracewell had chipped in with a fine cameo of 28 late in the first innings and was on the field in the early stages as India's chase unravelled. However, he was soon taken off with Daryl Mitchell taking over as stand-in skipper.

On commentary, Simon Doull revealed that Bracewell had suffered an injury to his left calf. He confirmed that it was unlikely that the NZ skipper returned to the field, with Mitchell taking over the reigns.

Mitchell is the senior player in the side and the nemesis for India. The middle order batter scored yet another century to rescue New Zealand from a wobbly start to a rather match winning total. It was his second century of the series, continuing his stellar record against the Men in Blue.

Bracewell played his part in New Zealand's innings, scoring 28 off just 18 balls. He however did not bowl a single over, which is a huge miss for the Kiwis. The 34-year-old is a key bowler in the middle overs, with his off spin being a crucial fit in New Zealand's plans.

In Bracewell's absence, Daryl Mitchell turned to Glenn Phillips to roll his arm over. Phillips is another part time spinner in the squad and is known for his reliable off spin bowling. Mitchell himself is a all-rounder, and he also chipped in with an over of his medium pace.