Kane Williamson provides a boost to New Zealand's World Cup chances.

Kane Williamson provided an upbeat update on his recovery from a knee injury.

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It's good to be back in the nets with the bat in hand, said Williamson.

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Williamson injured his right knee while fielding during the first match of the IPL 2023 against Chennai Super Kings.

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Williamson was ruled out of the IPL after returning to New Zealand, and the severity of his injury was verified.

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Kane Williamson's World Cup aspirations have been called into question following the injury

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Williamson had surgery in early April of 2023. Following surgery, he began a long-term rehabilitation procedure.

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