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Kane Williamson Returns to New Zealand ODI Squad After 8-Month Absence
Hyderabad, India – October 20, 2025 – New Zealand Cricket has announced the return of star batsman Kane Williamson to their One Day International (ODI) squad for the upcoming three-match series against England. Williamson, 35, will join the 15-member team, marking his return to international cricket after an eight-month hiatus.
Williamson’s absence was due to an undisclosed medical issue. New Zealand Cricket has confirmed he has fully recovered and is fit to play. He last played for New Zealand in the Champions Trophy final against India.
The veteran batsman boasts an impressive ODI record, with 7235 runs in 173 matches at an average of 49.2 and a strike rate of 81.7. His career includes 15 centuries and 47 half-centuries, along with 664 fours and 60 sixes.
“Kane is a valuable asset to the team, and we’re excited to have him back,” said a New Zealand Cricket spokesperson.
The ODI series against England is scheduled as follows:
- October 26: First ODI at Bay Oval
- October 29: Second ODI at Hamilton
- November 1: Third ODI at Wellington
The complete New Zealand squad for the England ODI series is:
Mitchell Santner (Captain), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Jack Foulkes, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Rachin Ravindra, Nathan Smith, Kane Williamson, Will Young.
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