Saralnama35-year-old Kane Williamson is set to return to international cricket for New Zealand in the upcoming ODIs against England. The veteran batter, who last played in the 2025 Champions Trophy, expressed excitement about rejoining the national team. Williamson, currently on a casual contract with NZ Cricket, missed recent T20Is against Australia and the Zimbabwe tour. He emphasized the importance of balancing family time with his love for cricket. Williamson stated ongoing discussions with NZ Cricket about his availability for the home summer. The experienced player looks forward to contributing to the team and improving his game. While the 2027 ODI World Cup is on the horizon, Williamson focuses on taking things one step at a time. (Updated 24 Oct 2025, 19:50 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- 35-year-old Kane Williamson is set to return to international cricket for New Zealand in the upcoming ODIs against England
- The veteran batter, who last played in the 2025 Champions Trophy, expressed excitement about rejoining the national team
- Williamson, currently on a casual contract with NZ Cricket, missed recent T20Is against Australia and the Zimbabwe tour