DTVHINDIKane Williamson takes a dig at Ross Taylor’s controversial claim regarding Neil Wagner’s retirement.
Kane Williamson and Tim Southee will play their 100th Test match against Australia in Christchurch. Neil Wagner, Kane Williamson and Ross Taylor. (Image Source: X/Getty Images) New Zealand’s legendary batsman Kane Williamson (Kane Williamson) by former cricketer Ross Taylor (Ross Taylor) has rejected the claim that fast bowler Neil Wagner was forced to retire. The former captain of the New Zealand cricket team stressed that no one can be forced to retire, it is the person’s own decision. Let us tell you, former New Zealand cricketer Ross Taylor has recently made a shocking claim that Neil Wagner was forced to retire from international cricket. He has also expressed apprehension about the bad atmosphere in the New Zealand cricket team. Kane Williamson and Ross Taylor face to face over Neil Wagner Kane Williamson said in the press conference: “I don’t think anyone is forced to retire. I think he had a fantastic week last week reflecting on what an amazing career he’s had and some amazing moments we had in the dressing room. He has done incredible things for this team and we have seen his skills. I think he had a wonderful time with the team.” Is there a rift between Tim Southee and Neil Wagner? Actually, there were rumors of Neil Wagner having a rift with New Zealand captain Tim Southee. This thing was visible during the recent Test series against South Africa. However, Williamson said, “They are, and will always be, very good friends.” That was the joke in the dressing room with Vaggie and his fielding. “Everyone on the team knew the reference and it was quite funny at the time.” Let us tell you, Kane Williamson and captain Tim Southee will play their 100th Test match against Australia at Hagley Oval, Christchurch, which will start from March 8.
NZ vs AUS 2024: Was Neil Wagner forced to retire from international cricket? Ross Taylor gave a shocking statement
Neil Wagner entered the field as a substitute fielder during the first test. Ross Taylor and Neil Wagner. (Image Source: Getty Images) Former New Zealand cricketer Ross Taylor has made a shocking claim that fast bowler Neil WagnerNeil Wagner) was forced to retire from international cricket. Ross Taylor has also expressed fear of a bad atmosphere in the New Zealand cricket team. Let us tell you, 37-year-old Neil Wagner said goodbye to international cricket last week when he was told that he would not be selected in the playing eleven in the ongoing two-match Test series against Australia. Wagner announced his retirement in an emotional press conference before the first Test. However, Wagner entered the field as a substitute fielder during the first Test. Neil Wagner’s presence would have made a big difference: Ross Taylor Meanwhile, Aaron Finch said on ESPN’s Around the Wicket podcast: “I couldn’t believe Neil Wagner was not in the playing XI. Because he would have at least scared Josh Hazlewood. He might have even stopped Cameron Green from scoring this week. “It was a really interesting call.” On which Ross Taylor agreed with Aaron Finch and said that Wagner’s presence would have made a big difference, as Cameron Green and Josh Hazlewood snatched the match from New Zealand by adding 116 runs for the last wicket. Ross Taylor said on ESPN’s Around the Wicket podcast: “His experience would have been very useful and you heard Pat Cummins talking about the plans they had prepared for him. Experience matters a lot, but no, I agree with Finchi. “He made himself available.” I don’t think if Wagner had been there, he would have got a 100-run partnership. I think it’s all starting to make sense a little bit now. There is no sugarcoating it. I think he has taken retirement by force or compulsion. If you listen to Wagner’s press conference, he was considering retiring, but it was after this last Test match. So, He made Himself available. And to see him not being selected… I think you need to plan for the future, but in this situation against Australia I can’t think of anyone other than Neil. I am sure the Australian batsmen are sleeping peacefully knowing that he is not in the team.”
