The exciting news from the Kiwi camp is that Kane Williamson, the captain of New Zealand, will play his first World Cup 2023 match against Bangladesh. Williamson confirmed the information during the press conference the day before the game. Tim Southee is also fully fit at the moment and will be available for the important game against the Bangla Tigers.
Kane Williamson and Tim Southee were both absent from the World Cup’s opening two matches, which curiously saw New Zealand dominate and top the standings with a high net run rate. With the participation of two of its greatest players, they are expected to be even stronger going into a crucial match against Bangladesh at the Chepauk.
Kane Williamson has been battling against time to heal in time for the World Cup following a catastrophic knee injury he sustained in the opening IPL 2023 match. Nevertheless, he recovered faster than expected and even batted in the two warm-up matches for the World Cup. As an example, Southee hurt his thumb just before the World Cup, but he is fully recovered and ready to play, setting up a match between the Bangladesh Tigers and New Zealand’s strong squad.
However, Bangladesh began the World Cup with a victory against Afghanistan and was completely outclassed by England in their second match. It seems to be a great match between two elite sides, and they would be hoping to fight back.