Before 3rd ODI match at Seddon Park, New Zealand head coach Gary Stead said that the Blackcaps are yet to decide on Williamson’s replacement for ODI’s captaincy with Latham in frame. Over the course of Williamson’s withdrawal from the position, Latham has been acknowledged as one of the most probable individuals for the post. The decision to step down as the T20I captain comes after Williamson rejected the central contract for 2024/25 but the Kiwi has not ruled out from playing for the national team. Latham has often deputized for Williamson and has captained New Zealand in 44 one-dayers among them in the recently concluded world cup when Williamson was out of action due to a fractured thumb. Thus, his expertise and management skills can always prove him to be a suitable candidate for the position on a permanent basis.
Stead’s Decision-Maker: Leadership’s Top Priority
Writing after the event, coach Gary Stead stressed that leadership looked forward to more steady performances in future competitions. Although the organiser has not yet received an official confirmation, Stead remained tight-lipped on whether Tom would be present or not. Yes, he is definitely one that we will be talking about that role Assuming that whoever is going to be in that position is likely to be there for two to three years or so leading to the next world cup That will be one of the factors that will be considered In fact, Latham himself seemed to be very eligible for the position. ”It would, of course, be a real privilege,” he said. “Personally, it has always been been my endeavour to try and do what is best for the team as much as possible and I am sure they will be having all those discussions on what they want from a team perspective.” “Definitely if given the chance to do so it would be quite special.”