The teams open the series in Auckland tomorrow where they will be playing for the Taini Jamison Trophy, but Karaka has been forced out of action after failing to recover from illness.
Defender Erena Mikaere has been called into the side and is expected to make her long-awaited return to international netball. She last played for the Silver Ferns in 2019.
Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua said Karaka had been sick leading into their recent camp in Napier and had not recovered in time to be considered for any of the three tests in the series.
"Erena has been working with the Silver Ferns in camp so we feel it should be a seamless switch and I know she’s going to relish the opportunity to get back out in the international arena."
Karaka is expected to be available for selection for the Constellation Cup against the Australian Diamonds, starting on October 20 in Wellington.
