Williamson rues NZ bowling in face of Aussie onslaught
Minhaz Uddin Khan from Dubai
Publish : 16 Nov 2021, 01:27 AMUpdate : 26 Dec 2021, 07:14 PM
New Zealand captain Kane Williamson rued that his bowling attack fell short in front of the brutal Australia batting in the grand finale of the T20 World Cup 2021.
The Kiwis slipped to their third consecutive defeat in a global ICC final, losing to Australia by eight wickets at Dubai International Stadium Sunday.
Chasing 173 runs, Australia had championship winning innings to thank for from Mitchell Marsh and David Warner as they reached the shore with seven balls to spare.
Marsh and Warner boosted the Aussie chase with unbeaten 77 and 53 respectively as Williamson’s 48-ball 85 went in vain.
Williamson said his side had done enough at the halfway stage but the Australians’ rampant onslaught proved too hot to handle.
“At the halfway stage we had made every effort to make a competitive total. The guys [New Zealand team] came out, committed to their plans and we weren’t far away. But credit to the way the Australians chased that total. They didn’t give us an inch,” said Williamson at the post-match press conference Sunday.
“We were relying on wickets throughout and making life a little bit difficult, but it wasn’t to be. Australia are a fantastic side and have had a brilliant campaign – they came out here and turned it on. But I’m really proud of our team’s efforts throughout this tournament – there was a lot of consistency in how we’ve operated. We came here in the final and gave it our best shot, but it wasn’t enough.
“There was a lot of heart shown and that’s always nice to get to the big dance. The team tried their very best but Australia are a team full of amazing players, so credit to them."
Speaking of his innings, Williamson's innings in the game was registered as the fastest half-century in a T20 World Cup final.
Defending the total, Trent Boult gave New Zealand an early breakthrough, removing Australia captain and opener Aaron Finch.
But that could not dent the Australia innings enough as Marsh and Warner hit their power-packed straps in the middle overs while New Zealand struggled for wickets.
“We adapted well, played some good consistent cricket throughout. We were a very competitive side. Obviously, we finish this campaign and such is life and the international schedule, you move your focus. You sign up to these sorts of things and winning and losing. It’s just a shame we couldn’t get the job done,” said Williamson.
Williamson rues NZ bowling in face of Aussie onslaught
New Zealand captain Kane Williamson rued that his bowling attack fell short in front of the brutal Australia batting in the grand finale of the T20 World Cup 2021.
The Kiwis slipped to their third consecutive defeat in a global ICC final, losing to Australia by eight wickets at Dubai International Stadium Sunday.
Chasing 173 runs, Australia had championship winning innings to thank for from Mitchell Marsh and David Warner as they reached the shore with seven balls to spare.
Marsh and Warner boosted the Aussie chase with unbeaten 77 and 53 respectively as Williamson’s 48-ball 85 went in vain.
Williamson said his side had done enough at the halfway stage but the Australians’ rampant onslaught proved too hot to handle.
“At the halfway stage we had made every effort to make a competitive total. The guys [New Zealand team] came out, committed to their plans and we weren’t far away. But credit to the way the Australians chased that total. They didn’t give us an inch,” said Williamson at the post-match press conference Sunday.
“We were relying on wickets throughout and making life a little bit difficult, but it wasn’t to be. Australia are a fantastic side and have had a brilliant campaign – they came out here and turned it on. But I’m really proud of our team’s efforts throughout this tournament – there was a lot of consistency in how we’ve operated. We came here in the final and gave it our best shot, but it wasn’t enough.
“There was a lot of heart shown and that’s always nice to get to the big dance. The team tried their very best but Australia are a team full of amazing players, so credit to them."
Speaking of his innings, Williamson's innings in the game was registered as the fastest half-century in a T20 World Cup final.
Defending the total, Trent Boult gave New Zealand an early breakthrough, removing Australia captain and opener Aaron Finch.
But that could not dent the Australia innings enough as Marsh and Warner hit their power-packed straps in the middle overs while New Zealand struggled for wickets.
“We adapted well, played some good consistent cricket throughout. We were a very competitive side. Obviously, we finish this campaign and such is life and the international schedule, you move your focus. You sign up to these sorts of things and winning and losing. It’s just a shame we couldn’t get the job done,” said Williamson.
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