Karachi, Feb. 19 -- New Zealand all-rounder Rachin Ravindra will miss the ICC Champions Trophy opener between the Kiwis and Pakistan at Karachi as he is still yet to recover from a forehead injury sustained during the tri-nation series' first ODI against the same opponents at the same venue days back.

Ravindra's unfortunate injury occurred in the 38th over of the second innings of the February 8 tri-series final. 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. He did not return for any further action.

The following day, Rachin received stitches for his wound, as revealed by New Zealand Cricket (NZC). He wa...