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Cairns, Sep 6: New Zealand captain Kane Williamson feels the cricketing landscape around the world is witnessing a rapid change with the emergence of T20 leagues and striking a balance between franchise cricket and national duty has become the need of the hour.
Williamson’s comments came at a time when cricketers around the world are preferring playing in cash-rich T20 leagues over international cricket.
“It’s a tricky one because it is changing. So much seems to have happened so quickly,” Williamson told reporters.
“It does seem to be a movement in the landscape of the game. Every case is unique and every case has got their individual needs at different stages of their lives.
“There are a lot of different franchise events happening and seeing players make decisions on their playing careers… suggests that there is a balance to strike and some things to work through,” he added.
Recently, Trent Boult was released from his central contract after the star New Zealand pacer made a request to spend more time with his family and also take part in T20 leagues across the world.
Boult was roped in by Melbourne Stars for the Big Bash League (BBL) soon after. On the other hand, New Zealand all-rounder Colin de Grandhomme decided to retire from international cricket, and was roped in by BBL franchise Adelaide Strikers in the draft process. (PTI)

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