"Short pitched bowling is something I fear, but with the technology that goes into supposedly indestructible helmets, they've come a lot way.
"Every step is taken to make sure we're safe. Unfortunately one snuck through and got him good.
"Mitch was wearing an older helmet I believe, I think that's down to his personal preference. It's never nice seeing one of your teammates on the ground, it is a scary part of the game, but has been going on for years.
"With new helmets that supposedly can't happen. The visor gap between the grille and the lid is supposed to be smaller."
McClenaghan left the field after the ball lodged between his grille and face.
A spokesman for New Zealand Cricket said: "There's a slight fracture above his left eye and he will have some minor cosmetic surgery on Friday in Auckland. He won't play before that."
McClenaghan tweeted after the match: "Thanks for all the concerns. Everything is as good as it can be just a few broken bones. Great win for the boys!"
