Kane Williamson’s nickname is Steady the Ship for a reason.
Few players in New Zealand cricket history can anchor an innings and score runs in such an effortless, majestic manner.
Williamson has rarely been out of shape throughout his career. His latest exploits include a undefeated 121 in the Black Caps’ dramatic victory on the last ball in the opening test against Sri Lanka in Christchurch, which he followed up with 215 in the impressive second test win in Wellington.
It’s on No. 2 in the world test batting rankings after his stellar run against Sri Lanka, and is widely regarded as one of the best hitters in the world for much of his career.
He has a test batting average of 54.89, and has scored 28 test centuries. His ODI average amounts to 47.83with 13 centuries, and his T20I record is also impressive.
Stats aside, Williamson led New Zealand through a golden era, inclusive win the world Test Championship in 2021And make it to the final of the 2019 ODI World Cup.
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