Kane Williamson excited about challenge against India's "fantastic" bowling attack

New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson has expressed his excitement about the prospect of facing off against the “fantastic” Indian bowling attack. The Black Caps will be taking on India in the final of the maiden edition of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC). The game will get underway at the Hampshire Bowl in Southampton from 18 June. Both sides left it late to secure their spots, with New Zealand ultimately having to win six Tests on the trot to make it and India having to prevail over England across four matches.

Williamson hailed the well-balanced Indian bowling attack, highlighting the threat that it posed to the New Zealand batsmen. The Team India squad enjoys a mix of talent and depth in both their pace and spin departments, which is certainly a great sight for fans.

“They have got a fantastic attack. Brilliant, obviously a brilliant side. Throughout we have seen the depth they have as well, certainly saw that in Australia as well. A lot of strengths in their fast bowling and spin department. So yeah, a brilliant side, ranked right up the top, which is fair enough and an exciting opportunity for us to be involved in the final taking on the best,” he said in an interview ahead of the WTC final as quoted by ICC.

“Looking forward to taking on India”

Williamson will be facing off against Virat Kohli, a player who he admires immensely. It will be interesting to see the captain who emerges victorious in this intense encounter.

“Over the years, we have played against each other in so many different levels and competitions and have known each other fairly well. So, it will be quite cool walking out there, doing the toss and having a bit of contact in the first Test Championship Final.”

Williamson expressed his pride and excitement at the prospect of being one of the finalists of the first-ever World Test Championship final.

“It is exciting. We are looking forward to that when we are taking on the top-ranked side in the world. We know how strong they are and the depth they have. So exciting to be playing against each other at a neutral venue,” he concluded.