Neesham is expected to return to Super Smash by early February.
New Zealand all-rounder Jimmy Neesham underwent surgery to treat a compound dislocation on his left ring finger. Cricket Wellington announced the surgery was performed on Saturday night.
Neesham has a splint on and will be reviewed by a hand specialist in a week's time. The 30-year-old posted a picture of his finger and hoped for a comeback before the Super Smash finals in early February for Wellington.
"James Neesham has a confirmed compound dislocation (exposure of joint surfaces) of his left ring finger. He underwent surgery on Saturday night and has been put in a splint," Cricket Wellington said in a tweet.
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"It will be reviewed by a hand specialist in a week, with the aim to be available for the back end of the Super Smash," it added.
Wellington are currently at the top of the table in the T20 league with five wins in six matches.
"Just to clarify to everyone asking, I underwent a minor procedure last night to make sure my finger is still in good shape. Thankfully it was. The aim is to be back in time for the @SuperSmashNZ finals in early February ????", Neesham wrote in his tweet.
(With ANI Inputs)