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Steve Smith, ahead of the crucial series against New Zealand admitted that Kane Williamson is one of the hardworking cricketers in the world, with a good eye. Further, he explained the similarities between himself and Williamson with both of them holding the bat reasonably in similar positions.

Steve Smith, ahead of Australia's clash against New Zealand, has spoken highly of Kane Williamson, who according to Smith, plays the ball a little later than anyone else in the world currently. The former Aussie captain has also backed the tradition hosting Boxing day Test matches at the MCG.

Mike Hesson, while pointing out New Zealand’s outstanding run in home Tests, looked forward to the battle between Virat Kohli and Kane Williamson ahead of the upcoming Test series. He has also pointed out the balance of the Indian side saying it's the key to their success in the longest format.

Having lost the 2019 World Cup final by the boundary count rule, New Zealand were awarded the Spirit of Cricket award by the MCC. The World Cup final at the Lord's was one of its kind as the winner of the encounter was decided by the boundary count rule after the match was tied twice.