Kane Williamson Steps Down as New Zealand Captain
Kane Williamson made a surprising announcement today that he is stepping down as captain of the New Zealand white-ball teams and declining a central contract offered by the New Zealand Cricket Board. This decision comes after a rough T20 World Cup for the Blackcaps, where they were knocked out in the group stages for the first time since 2014.
Kane Williamson has decided to step down as the captain of New Zealand’s white-ball cricket teams after their disappointing exit from the T20 World Cup. Williamson, one of the world's top batsmen, has also opted out of a national contract for the 2024/25 season.
This marks the end of an era for New Zealand cricket, as Williamson led the team to three T20 World Cup semi-finals and the 2021 final, though they never secured a title. Fast bowler L...