Harris and Tuffey named in 13-man squad for second Test

State Canterbury Wizards all-rounder Chris Harris has been named in the CLEAR Black Caps 13-man squad for the second Test against England.

Harris is in the squad as cover for Daniel Vettori who is in doubt after aggravating his back injury during the first Test.

"Daniel is going to be examined to determine how severe the injury is, and we will make our decision based on the advice of our medical experts," said chairman of selectors, Sir Richard Hadlee.

"Chris gives us another useful bowling option, is a very experienced campaigner, and he has been in form with the bat as his very healthy average in the State Championship this season testifies."

State Northern Districts Knights pace bowler Daryl Tuffey will replace the injured Chris Cairns.

"Daryl was unlucky not to make the initial Test squad and he gives us another new ball option on what looks to be a green top at the Basin, should we decide to go with four seamers," said Hadlee.

The CLEAR Black Caps team is:

Stephen Fleming (captain)
Nathan Astle
Ian Butler
Chris Drum
Chris Harris
Matt Horne
Chris Martin
Craig McMillan
Adam Parore
Mark Richardson
Daryl Tuffey
Daniel Vettori
Lou Vincent

Hadlee said Chris Martin still had to undergo a final fitness test to confirm his selection and also commented that Andre Adams had been in the frame for selection, but had been ruled out on advice because of a niggling shoulder injury.