Kane Williamson declines New Zealand ‘forced’ Neil Wagner to retire | Cricket News – Times of India
NEW DELHI: Kane Williamson on Wednesday dismissed the claim made by former batsman Ross Taylor that suggested New Zealand's star pacer Neil Wagner was "forced to retire" before the commencement of the two-Test series against Australia at home.Wagner, in an emotional announcement, declared his international retirement on the eve of the first Test in Wellington.This decision came after selectors informed him that he would not be considered for the playing XI at any point during the Test series.Despite the retirement announcement, the 37-year-old Wagner participated as a substitute fielder in the first Test, which New Zealand lost by 172 runs.He was also seen carrying drinks on several occasions during the match. Williamson's refutation contradicts the notion that Wagner's retirement was a...