Kerr pulls out of NZ women’s tour of England to focus on mental health

Amelia Kerr

All-rounder Amelia Kerr has pulled out of New Zealand women's team's upcoming tour of England to focus on her mental health and well-being. New Zealand are scheduled to tour England for three T20Is and five ODIs in September.

"I love representing New Zealand and playing for the White Ferns," Kerr, who has played 41 ODIs and 41 T20Is, said in a New Zealand Cricket release. "However, after plenty of consultation with my support network, putting my mental health and well-being first is my number one priority. I've not taken this decision lightly, I feel this is best for me at the current time."

Many international cricketers have spoken about the toll on their mental health arising out of tough life inside bio-bubbles and the restrictions due to Covid-19 pandemic.

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