Kane Williamson has 2 weeks to prove his fitness for the 2023 World Cup.

Veteran New Zealand cricketer Kane Williamson finds himself in a race against the clock as he battles to regain full fitness following an ACL injury suffered during the 16th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). The injury, which occurred in April 2023, has kept Williamson sidelined, raising doubts about his participation in the impending World Cup.

Initially, prospects for Williamson’s timely recovery were grim. However, the 33-year-old has displayed commendable progress in his rehabilitation. His recovery has been promising, to the extent that he could potentially earn a spot in the Black Caps’ roster for the World Cup.

A significant aspect to consider is the flexibility in the 15-player squads that teams must finalize by September 5, as mandated by the International Cricket Council (ICC). Teams are permitted to modify their squads until September 28 without requiring explicit approval. Should Williamson successfully overcome his injury, there is a high likelihood of his inclusion in the squad slated to journey to India for the tournament.