ENGvNZ: Leach withdrawn from Lord's Test following concussion symptoms

While stopping a boundary by Devon Conway in the sixth over, Leach, who was giving a chase from backward point, landed awkwardly on his head

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England spinner Jack Leach has withdrawn from the ongoing first Test against New Zealand at Lord's after suffering a concussion.

While stopping a boundary by Devon Conway in the sixth over, Leach, who was giving a chase from backward point, landed awkwardly on his head.

He looked in pain, holding his neck and head and was treated by the physiotherapist on the sidelines.

Jack Leach has symptoms of concussion following his head injury whilst fielding.

As per concussion guidelines, he has been withdrawn from this Test.

We will confirm a concussion replacement in due course.

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There was a bit of a break in play as the England medical staff treated him, following which he walked off the field.

England Cricket Board later confirmed on their social channels that Leach was exhibiting concussion symptoms and had been ruled out of the match.

Leg-spinner Matt Parkinson is expected to join the team later today as a replacement.