Kiwi skipper Williamson to make test return against England
New Zealand captain Kane Williamson is set to return to test cricket for the first time since November after being included in their initial 20-man squad for next month's tour of England.
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Coach Stead hopeful of Williamson's return for England tests
WELLINGTON : New Zealand coach Gary Stead hopes to have captain Kane Williamson back for their three-test tour of England in June but says they will need to manage his workload to prevent recurrence of an elbow injury.
New Zealand vs Netherlands, 3rd ODI, Live Score Updates: New Zealand Get Off To A Strong Start
New Zealand vs Netherlands, 3rd ODI, Live Score Updates: New Zealand got off to a strong start as opener Martin Guptill scored a brilliant half-century in the final ODI vs Netherlands at the Seddon Park in Hamilton. This match also marks Ross Taylor's final international game. Taylor had also played his last Test match against Bangladesh at home recently as the home side will be eager to give a grand send-off to him. Netherlands, on the other hand, will aim to win at least one ODI in the series and salvage some pride. (LIVE SCORECARD)
New Zealand vs Netherlands: New Zealand Star Breaks This Record Held By Sachin Tendulkar For 24 Years
Tom Latham on Saturday broke the record of the highest individual ODI score made on a birthday that earlier belonged to legendary Indian batter Sachin Tendulkar. New Zealand on Saturday defeated Netherlands by 118 runs as the hosts took an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series here in Hamilton. Tom Latham was the architect of the victory. New Zealand were in dire straits against the sprightly opponents, reduced to 89/6 within 23 overs. However, Latham played the ultimate captain's knock, his 123-ball 140* reviving the hosts and eventually taking them to a mammoth 264/9.
New Zealand vs Netherlands, 2nd ODI, Report: Tom Latham Stars As New Zealand Thrash Netherlands By 118 Runs
New Zealand on Saturday defeated Netherlands by 118 runs as the hosts took an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series here in Hamilton. Tom Latham was the architect of the victory. New Zealand were in dire straits against the sprightly opponents, reduced to 89/6 within 23 overs. However, Latham played the ultimate captain's knock, his 123-ball 140* reviving the hosts and eventually taking them to a mammoth 264/9. His knock - it was his career-best score in ODI cricket - was laced with 10 fours and five sixes. It was his birthday, and he couldn't have rung in his thirties any better.
New Zealand vs Netherlands, 2nd ODI, Live Score Updates: Tom Latham's 140* Helps New Zealand Post 264/9
New Zealand vs Netherlands, 2nd ODI, Live Score Updates: Skipper Tom Latham remained unbeaten on 140 as he helped New Zealand post 264/9 in 50 overs in the second ODI vs Netherlands at the Seddon Park in Hamilton on Saturday. Leading 1-0 in the three-match series, Latham will be hoping to clinch the series with a win in this match before the final ODI on April 4 at the same venue. Netherlands, on the other side, will aim for an upset win to stay in the series. (LIVE SCORECARD)
Jack Leach ends Kraigg Brathwaite’s marathon knock as second Test heads for draw
England finally ended Kraigg Brathwaite’s marathon act of defiance in Barbados but still face a race against time to force a result after four days of a meandering second Test.
England in the WI: Kraigg Brathwaite’s masterclass of defence leaves slim chance of win
Kraigg Brathwaite completed a masterclass of defence and defiance to leave England a race against time after four days of the second Test in Barbados.