Kane Williamson, the captain of New Zealand’s destruction, is due to play in his first game of international cricket on Friday, October 13, against Bangladesh at Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium. Notably, stand-in captain Tom Latham will once more take on his duties as wicketkeeper and vice-captain as Kane Williamson also returns to lead the Black Caps.
After suffering an ACL tear during the opening game of the Indian Premier League 2023 against Chennai Super Kings, the Tauranga native made a stunning return just in time. The Kiwis captain revealed that he wasn’t really sure if he would be able to play in the ODI World Cup 2023 while discussing his comeback.
“Yes, without a doubt. My comeback was first not given much thought. And to be completely honest, it was probably best just to focus on recovery each day and not try to rush it.
Kane Williamson was reported by ESPNcricinfo on Thursday as saying, “That was really my focus, and I was fortunate as well to have a very, really excellent squad around me back home.
The 33-year-old also discussed how his recuperation went slowly. He also discussed how important each week of his rehabilitation was to him getting a spot in what might be his final appearance at the quadrennial event.
“There were many distinct steps along the road that you were attempting to cross off, various milestones in terms of returning to the following phases, and things of that nature. So it’s extremely different, and a lot of data was used, mostly from other sports, he continued.
Against Bangladesh, New Zealand hopes to keep its winning streak going.
Regarding New Zealand’s World Cup campaign, they easily trounced England in the opening match in Ahmedabad thanks to centuries from Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra. Then, in Hyderabad, the Kiwis defeated the Netherlands despite failing to reach the target by 99 runs. They presently sit atop the standings as a result of these victories, and when they play Bangladesh in Chepauk, they will be aiming to win their third straight match.
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