Karachi, Feb. 9 -- New Zealand Cricket (NZC) issued an update on all-rounder Rachin Ravindra's injury after the ball hit his head while fielding during the first ODI of the tri-nation series against Pakistan on Saturday.

Ravindra's unfortunate injury occurred in the 38th over of the second innings, when, while going for a catch off Michael Bracewell, he lost sight of the ball due to floodlights and took a heavy blow to his face. He was taken off the pitch after he started to bleed.

A statement from NZC as quoted by ESPNCricinfo said, "Ravindra was forced from the field after being struck in the forehead by the ball attempting a catch in the 38th over. He sustained a laceration to the forehead which has been addressed and treated at the ...