The first match of the ongoing three-match Test series between New Zealand and England (NZ vs ENG) is being played from 28 November at Hagley Oval, Christchurch. After the first day’s play, New Zealand looks to be in a very strong position. Apart from this, former team captain Kane Williamson was out after scoring 93 runs. Williamson was just 7 runs away from scoring his 33rd century in Test cricket.

So, on the basis of Williamson’s brilliant innings in the match, host New Zealand has scored 319 runs at the loss of 8 wickets after 83 overs at the stump of the first day. Currently at the crease, Glenn Phillips is batting on 41* and former captain Tim Southee is batting on 10*. On the other hand, after playing this brilliant innings against England, Kane Williamson has given a big statement.

Kane Williamson gave a big statement

Let us tell you that after the end of the first day’s play in the first Test match in Christchurch, Kane Williamson said – It was challenging, we had to work hard, there were some good partnerships, but the wicket was very good.

I was just trying to adjust a little where to run. We applied ourselves well, had a very balanced day and both teams received some awards. Overall the first day’s play was interesting.

Williamson further said- From our point of view we were happy with the partnerships being made by the team. Some of the balls were having some movement at the end of the day, but we were happy with our performance, after the day’s play. Brayden was getting some bounce and speed from the side and side. He bowled well with the help of the wind.

Let us tell you that on the first day, Shoaib Bashir took 4 wickets and Gus Atkinson and Brayden Curse took 2 wickets each in the first innings for England.