Former New Zealand captain and great batsman Kane Williamson has created a new history in Test cricket. He completed 9000 runs in the second innings of the Test match being played against England at Hagley Oval, Christchurch. He has become the first New Zealand player to achieve this feat. Williamson accomplished this milestone in his 182nd innings, making him the eighth fastest player in the world to reach the milestone.
Special position in Fab Four
Kane Williamson left England’s Joe Root and India’s Virat Kohli behind in achieving this record. Joe Root achieved this feat in 196 innings and Kohli in 197 innings. Williamson, however, is behind Australia’s Steve Smith in this matter, who achieved this feat in only 174 innings.
Continuous excellent performance in test cricket
Williamson’s Test career is an example of great consistency. Since 2017, he has scored at an average of over 50 every year. No other New Zealand batsman has so far scored 8000 runs in Test cricket, while Williamson has crossed the 9000 mark. His current Test batting average is around 55, which is much better than Joe Root (50.81) and Virat Kohli (48.13).
Great performance even in the first innings
Williamson also performed brilliantly in the first innings of the current Test match against England. He played an important inning of 93 runs in 197 balls, which included ten fours. Thanks to his innings, New Zealand made a strong score of 348 runs in the first innings.
Impressive figures against England
Kane Williamson has so far scored more than 1100 runs in 17 Test matches against England with the help of four centuries and five half-centuries. This record of his has made him one of the most successful batsmen against England.
Historic moment for New Zealand cricket
This achievement of Williamson has taken New Zealand cricket to a historic place. He is not only the most successful Test batsman of his country, but he has also made his mark at the international level as a reliable and excellent batsman.
More records expected in the coming years
Looking at the consistency and form of Kane Williamson’s career, it can be expected that he will make even bigger records in the coming years. This is a proud moment for New Zealand cricket fans and cricket lovers all over the world.
This record of Williamson proves that he is one of the greatest batsmen not only in New Zealand but in world cricket. His achievement has once again proved his ability and dedication.