At a time when the Black Caps are seeing out the final days of New Zealand’s greatest batter, his heir apparent has more than emerged from his slipstream. At 34, Kane Williamson’s career is winding down.

Rachin Ravindra and Kane Williamson showcased exemplary batting, scoring centuries to lead New Zealand to 362/6 against South Africa in the Champions Trophy semifinal. Their partnership, alongside contributions from Mitchell and Phillips,

Kane Williamson is looking ahead to the Champions Trophy 2025 final against India and feels that the Indian team has the 'real clarity' of operating at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. India have played all of their matches in Dubai after refusing to travel to Pakistan.

Rachin Ravindra is like a breath of fresh air in a sport fraught with over-exposure and an increasing threat from the franchise leagues. At 25 years, the emerging star was the toast of the New Zealand camp when in the company of the silken Kane Williamson,