MS Dhoni in New Zealand Team? Kane Williamson Has This To Say After IND vs NZ CWC 2019 Semi-Final Match; Watch Video

Yesterday, Virat Kohli and men suffered an 18 run defeat against New Zealand at the Old Trafford Cricket Ground in England in the semi-final one of the CWC 2019. Despite scoring a fighting half-century, MS Dhoni was subjected to criticism for his slow innings. After the match, Kiwi skipper Kane Williamson was asked if he would have included MS Dhoni in the playing XI has he handled the reins of the Men in Blue. The Kiwi captain had a very cheeky reply to the question which lightened the atmosphere as the journalists busted out laughing.  New Zealand vs India Highlights And Cricket Score 1st Semi Final ODI Match.

So here’s exactly what happened. After India lost to New Zealand by 18 runs, both captains addressed the media. A journalist asked Kane if he would have included MS Dhoni in the playing XI has he been in place of Virat Kohli. The Kiwi skipper was stunned for a second and laughing said that he is not eligible to play for New Zealand.

Here’s the video of the incident.

Kane laughingly continued to say that he is a world class player and his experience would have come handy on many occasions. “His contribution today and yesterday, but throughout this campaign, it was extremely, extremely important. That partnership he was involved in with Jadeja who came in and hit the ball better than anybody in both teams was very, very valuable and he’s a world-class cricketer. Is he looking to change nationalities? Because we will consider that selection if we have to!” Williamson concluded. The Black Caps will play the finals against the winners of the semi-final two on Sunday at the Lord’s Cricket Ground.

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