Tim Southee, New Zealand’s prolific paceman and all-time leading wicket-taker across formats, has announced the third Test against England could be his final appearance in red-ball cricket. If New Zealand qualifies for the World Test Championship (WTC) final next year, he may make himself available for one last hurrah. Southee, 35, will have a fitting end to his career at Seddon Park, Hamilton, his home ground. Reflecting on his 18-year journey, he expressed gratitude, saying, “To play such a big series against the team I began my Test career against and at grounds so special to me is the perfect way to bow out.” The veteran has struggled recently, managing only three wickets on the spin-friendly pitches in India. He relinquished the Test captaincy to Tom Latham on that tour, underscoring his commitment to a gradual transition. Coach Gary Stead praised Southee’s endurance and competitive spirit, calling him “an incredibly tough competitor.” New Zealand have named a 14-man squad fo...
No fun in Cricket now... Its trend that Host Country wins series and Matches like anything... All seems predicted ................... Where is Cricket???!!!!
ReplyDeleteRahul, its not like that.. its all about how dedicate you are in the host country, and i feel australian team is doing superb job, just because of fast and bounce pitches, australians are taking advantage of it. on the other hand indians are still struggling in overseas grounds...the next match in waca is going to be crucial for india team and according to the report waca is all about bounce and super fast pitches.. so i think india is going to be loose the next match though
ReplyDeleteSincerely hoping India Batsmen can get the Aussie bowlers to bowl their 80 overs twice in the 3rd test. This should bring the Team back in the series
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