Black Caps handed boost as Mitchell Santner beats injury clock

After IPL nightmare, Mitchell Santner declared fit to play in the first Test against England next week

Mitchell Santner has been declared fit for New Zealand's first Test against England at Lord's on June 4, recovering from the shoulder injury sustained during the IPL with Mumbai Indians. His availability restores New Zealand's primary spin option and lower-order batting depth for a three-Test series where neither asset is easily replaced.