Leigh Kasperek will replace injured Jess Kerr for New Zealand women's tour to Sri Lanka
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Kerr sustained a toe injury while batting in the nets and will require six weeks of rehabilitation
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Kasperek, a skilled offspinner, returns to the international game after last playing in September 2021
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New Zealand's head coach, Ben Sawyer, expressed disappointment at the timing of Kerr's injury
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Kasperek is known for her performances in T20Is and has been on the radar of the New Zealand team
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The spin-friendly conditions in Sri Lanka are seen as an advantage for Kasperek
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New Zealand aims to strengthen their spin-bowling resources with Kasperek's inclusion
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The tour will include three ODIs in Galle and three T20Is in Colombo
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