Tashif Khan

48 i

Williamson turns down New Zealand contract

Kane Williamson resigned as the Black Caps' white-ball captain after declining a new central contract with New Zealand Cricket.

Though he still feels "passionate" about playing international cricket, the 33-year-old said he also wants to "pursue an overseas opportunity" during the home summer. He is currently New Zealand's all-time highest Test run-scorer.

The centrally contracted players in New Zealand must be available to participate in the national T20 Super Smash competition as well as international cricket.

That competition is probably scheduled for January, coinciding with several other
#blackcaps #williamson