In what comes as a massive blow, injured Kane Williamson has been ruled out of the entire tournament of IPL 2023. Williamson picked up an injury in the opening game of IPL 2023 against Chennai Super Kings.
While saving a six, Williamson lost his balance and landed awkwardly, hurting his right knee in the process. The New Zealand batter limped off the field in pain and did not bat in that match.
In the post-match press conference, skipper Hardik Pandya provided an update on Williamson’s injury. He revealed:
“I just messaged him. I don’t know about the update. He has gone for the scans. So, once he comes back after the scans and the doctors check, then only will be able to know what exactly it is. Right now there is no time frame – what exactly has happened. It is the knee for sure but I don’t know how serious it is and how much time he will take.”
Overall, Williamson has featured in 77 IPL matches, scoring 2101 runs at an average of 36.22 and a strike rate of 126.03.