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Kane Williamson (Source: X)
After 12 long years in Test cricket, Kane Williamson was run out for the first time. On day 2 of the 1st Test match against Australia, he was run out on a duck after a collision with his batting partner Will Young. The Kiwis were 12-1 in the fifth over when Williamson defended a delivery from Australian quick Mitchell Starc towards mid-off. Post that he called Young through for a quick single.
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But, the Kiwi duo bumped into each other in the middle of the pitch. Moreover, Williamson bumped into Starc and dropped his bat while Marnus Labuschagne targeted the stumps at the non-striker's end. That's how Williamson lost his wicket on a duck. Williamson is one of the fittest and the best player in the World. He's a great batter in Test cricket and his run out has shocked the entire cricket fraternity.
Talking about his performance on the home soils, he has been commendable. He has scored six centuries in just one year and also has scored 133*, 43, 109, 118, 215, 121*, 1, 132 and 4, averaging 125.14 during that period. His stats prove that he is undoubtedly one of the best Test players in the World.
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KANE WILLIAMSON IS RUN OUT IN TEST CRICKET FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 12 YEARS...!!! 🤯pic.twitter.com/KRheTm61sg
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) March 1, 2024
New Zealand vs Australia 1st Test match takes a different turn
In the 1st Test match between New Zealand and Australia, what was thought to be a low-scoring game was converted to a high score. At the end of day 1, Australia were 279-9 and there was no hope of them scoring many runs. However, thanks to Cameron Green's 174 runs, Australia reached a huge target of 383 runs.
Together with Josh Hazelwood, Green put up a last-wicket partnership of 116 runs. Even though the pitch seemed tricky, the New Zealand batters were expected to put up a great score considering the home advantage. However, they failed massively. The Kiwis were bowled out for 179 runs courtesy of Nathon Lyon's four wickets. Since the match has had so many turning points, the last three days will be intriguing to watch.