New Zealand's preparations for the T20 World Cup have been disrupted by a viral illness affecting key players Rachin Ravindra and Devon Conway. According to Business Recorder, head coach Rob Walter expressed hope for their recovery before the tournament begins, stating, 'There's a bit of illness in the camp unfortunately at the moment so Devon and Rachin are struggling with a viral infection which I suppose is part and parcel of touring.' Both players will miss a warm-up match against the United States in Mumbai. Additionally, Finn Allen is resting due to a shoulder injury, but Walter remains optimistic about his fitness for the opening match against Afghanistan in Chennai on Sunday. The Economic Times and Independent echoed these concerns, with Walter noting, 'Rachin's next door to me and it hasn't sounded good all night, so I think he might be struggling.'