Kane
Williamson's innings wasn't flawless. He faced several challenges during the
match, including being hit on the pads, missing edges, and even getting
injured. However, despite a slow start with just one run from his first 16
balls and strong competition from Daryl Mitchell, he proved his worth to New
Zealand.
His
recently healed right knee and chronically sore left elbow seemed in perfect
sync as he left deliveries, ducked bouncers, and played shots. The pitch
conditions were different from what was expected in Chennai, with better bounce
and swing under the floodlights. It wasn't an easy match, with Bangladesh
taking 14 overs to introduce spin. Williamson adapted by leaving deliveries
outside off, waiting to take on bouncers, and dancing down the track to Shakib
Al Hasan. He also shuffled in his crease to access the off-side when the
legside was heavily packed.
While
these actions might seem ordinary in isolation, they were remarkable given the
circumstances. Williamson was returning from injury, and the early conditions
favored the bowlers. New Zealand needed something exceptional, and that's
exactly what Williamson delivered."
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