The Black Caps have players headed in and out of the medical ward for their T20 cricket series against England

Mitchell Santner returns from an abdominal injury to captain the side, and Rachin Ravindra's back after a training accident prior to the Australian series.

Kane Williamson remains unavailable while managing what's described as a minor medical issue.

Jimmy Neesham keeps his spot after his call-up against Australia, but Ben Sears exits with a hamstring tear.

Lockie Ferguson, Finn Allen, Adam Milne, Will O'Rourke and Glenn Phillips also remain sidelined.

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