New Zealand will host the two-match series against Sri Lanka, with the first Test scheduled to begin on Thursday, March 9, at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch. Former skipper Kane Williamson is expected to join the squad late due to his grandmother’s demise on Thursday. It is a sad time for the Williamson family. Kane Williamson was instrumental in New Zealand’s epic one-run victory over England and scored 132 runs in the second innings after being asked to follow on. The Kiwis are already out of contention for the World Test Championship (WTC) final, but Sri Lanka may qualify if they beat the hosts 2-0.

Source: Stuff March 07, 2023 11:56 UTC