Ryder upset by media reports

Jesse Ryder has released a statement following reports of him turning his back on New Zealand cricket to pursue a career in England.

Following the initial report, Ryder failed to show for an Ireland domestic match with Phil Simmons saying he would never play for Ireland again.

A statement from Ryder to obviously try and repair relationships with NZ Cricket and Wellington Cricket read “In response to an article in a Sunday newspaper and on some cricket websites, I would like to clarify a few facts on where I see my future.”

“I would like to publicly state that I am completely committed to New Zealand Cricket and playing for the Black Caps.”

“Contrary to reports, I am not turning my back on New Zealand Cricket and I do not believe I have been hard done by in not getting the opportunity to play for the Black Caps. I know I have to earn this opportunity and to date I know I have not done enough to warrant selection.”

“What I did say is that if I was given the opportunity to represent the Black Caps, I would jump at the opportunity to fulfil my dream of doing this.”

“I am currently playing club cricket in Liverpool and at the end of the current English season, I will be returning to New Zealand to play for the State Wellington Firebirds – a team and a province who have looked after me very well and who I am committed to.”

“I was very upset and angry to hear that it had been written that I was turning my back on New Zealand. I am not staying in England and I have no desire to represent them.”