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New Zealand batting great Kane Williamson has hinted that a decision about his future will be made on a series-by-series basis following a dominant batting display by the Black Caps against the West Indies here at the Bay Oval on Sunday in the third and final Test match of the series.
The 35-year-old Williamson is currently playing in a three-match series against West Indies and has been in decent touch.
Overall, he has amassed 9,461 Test runs to his name at a staggering average of 54.7 in 108 Test matches.
West Indies will require an uphill task on the final day of the tour, with 419 runs to win and 10 wickets in hand.
Meanwhile, it’s still unconfirmed whether ace batter Williamson will play Test cricket again, as he will be heading to South Africa for the SA T20 with his family upon the conclusion of the tour.
Speaking after the fourth day’s play, Williamson, who is inthe twilight of his career, revealed his thoughts on playing for New Zealand in the future.
“As you get to the latter stages (of your career), those thoughts certainly enter your mind,” he said.
“It’s almost series by series,” Williamson said on playing for New Zealand nowadays.
Moving forward, the Black Caps will play their next Test match against Ireland in May 2026, which will be followed by a three-match series against England.
The 35-year-old termed the England and Australia tours challenging, noting that the challenges would be addressed as they come.
“We’ll just cross those bridges as they come.” “Going to England and Australia are really mouth-watering prospects and a great opportunities because they are tough tours,” Williamson explained.
He also turned down the upside of the game and stated that he never played for personal milestones.
“I’ve never used this team for my own personal gain,” he continued.
“I know cricket’s saturated in stats, but you’re wanting to go out and contribute to a team that you care about, so whatever runs you get aren’t really yours, they’re for the team,” Williamson concluded.
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