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New Zealand cricket received a significant boost with the news that star batsman Kane Williamson will be making a comeback to the Test team for the upcoming series against England. Williamson had missed the recent tour of India due to a groin injury but has now recovered and is ready to lead the Black Caps.
In addition to Williamson’s return, Wellington all-rounder Nathan Smith has earned his maiden Test call-up. Smith has been in impressive form in domestic cricket and will add depth to the New Zealand bowling attack.
The series against England is crucial for New Zealand’s World Test Championship (WTC) ambitions. A strong performance could potentially secure their place in the WTC final. However, the team will have to contend with the absence of veteran seamer Tim Southee, who has announced his retirement from Test cricket after this series.
New Zealand Test Squad for England Series:
- Tom Latham (c)
- Tom Blundell
- Devon Conway
- Jacob Duffy
- Matt Henry
- Daryl Mitchell
- Will O’Rourke
- Glenn Phillips
- Rachin Ravindra
- Mitchell Santner (Tests 2 & 3)
- Nathan Smith
- Tim Southee
- Kane Williamson
- Will Young
The first Test of the series will be played at the Basin Reserve in Christchurch, starting on November 28th.
