New Zealand National Cricket Team captain Kane Williamson turned into a water boy for the Kiwis in the 21st match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 against Rohit Sharma-led India National Cricket Team at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala on Sunday, October 22.
Kane Williamson is not playing today’s match against the Men In Blue as he is not fit to compete. The Kiwi skipper is nursing a fracture to his thumb, which he suffered during the match against Bangladesh at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on October 13.
He is set to miss a few more matches for New Zealand and is expected to be fit for the latter half of the competition. In his place, Tom Latham has taken charge of the team and has done a brilliant job. Also, Tom Blundell has been called up as an unofficial cover for the World Cup. Although Kane Williamson is not being able to play for the Kiwis, he was seen helping the players in the middle as he carried drinks for them.
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It was at the end of the 14th over when Kane Williamson brought the drinks on the field for Rachin Ravindra and Daryl Mitchell, who were trying to bring some momentum back towards New Zealand after losing early wickets.
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India won the toss and chose to field first, putting New Zealand in to bat. The Indian bowlers performed admirably, dismissing in-form openers Devon Conway and Will Young within the first ten overs.
Speaking at the toss, stand-in captain Tom Latham explained that New Zealand also had the intention of bowling first. He emphasized the importance of performing well in the match and maintaining their winning momentum, despite the new ground and conditions they were facing. The New Zealand team for the match consisted of three seamers and two spinners, and they were eager to adapt to the new conditions quickly.
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Kane Williamson’s involvement as a water boy showcased his dedication to the team’s cause, even in a non-playing role, as New Zealand aimed to continue their strong performance in the ICC World Cup 2023.
