1st Test between India and New Zealand ended in a draw with Kiwis finishing on 165/9 on day 5.
The Black Caps ended the last day of the Kanpur on 165/9 leaving India just one wicket away from a victory. Williamson lauded his team saying that they managed to show a lot of heart to somehow survive on Day 5 of the first Test against India.
While Tom Latham made 52, Rachin Ravindra’s 18* in 91 balls, Will Somerville’s 36 in 110 balls and Williamson’s 24 in 112 balls, and New Zealand not losing a wicket in the first session of the day proved to be beneficial for the Kiwis as they managed to draw the match.
“It has been touch and go around this time throughout the game. The terrific game overall. All three results were still at play. We showed a lot of heart to bat through the day. Some fantastic experiences for Rachin, Ajaz, and Somerville. It was also nice to have a crowd here to see this game. The two fast bowlers that did play were outstanding. Bowling long overs was an unbelievable effort. We know this Indian side is a very strong one," Williamson told host broadcaster Star Sports at the post-match presentation.
"Experience overall in this game was good to have. There are things to touch on. Getting the overs under the belt was good to have. We have to prepare for a different kind of pitch in Mumbai," he added.
The second and final Test of the series begins on December 3rd at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai and will see the return of full-time India captain Virat Kohli to the team.
(ANI inputs)