Williamson wants 'additional resources to support the growth' of Test cricket globally

Kane Williamson wants all stakeholders to give "greater importance" to Test cricket, especially in countries where the format faces the most challenges.

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Kane Williamson isn't done with international cricket just yet

"There's been a lot of discussion about the Test game and how to keep breathing life into it, especially in countries where it's facing greater challenges," Williamson said on the sidelines of the CEAT Cricket Rating Awards in Mumbai on Tuesday. "The concern with a potential two-tier system is how teams in the second tier can continue to improve and work their way up to the top division.

"There are already many conversations around this, but the reality is that the impact has been felt for some time, so finding a solution sooner would be better. The Test format needs greater importance placed on it by all playing nations, along with additional resources to support its growth. As a passionate supporter of Test cricket, I would love to see it thrive.'

Williamson, who has called for tweaks, like designated windows for Test Cricket in the past, supported the argument against two-match Test series, but also recognised the challenges faced by certain boards to host longer series.