Williamson has been battling a groin complaint he picked up against Sri Lanka last month and hasn't featured for the BlackCaps through their drought-breaking victories in the opening two matches of the series against India.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"A cautious approach will instead be taken which will see Williamson continue his groin injury rehabilitation in New Zealand ahead of the first England Test starting at Hagley Oval on November 28,\" it said in a statement.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Head coach Gary Stead said Williamson had made good progress, but the cautious approach would give him time to be fully fit for the England series.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cKane continues to show good signs, but isn\u2019t quite ready to jump on a plane and join us. While things are looking promising, we think the best course of action is for him to stay in New Zealand and focus on the final part of his rehabilitation so he\u2019ll be good to go for England,\" said Stead.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe England series is still a month away so taking the cautious approach now will ensure he is ready for the first Test in Christchurch,\" he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The wins over India have boosted New Zealand's hopes of reaching next year's ICC World Test Championship Final. currently occupy fourth place on the World Test Championship standings and can still reach the 2025 final with positive results over their remaining fixtures against India and England.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe England series is still a month away so taking the cautious approach now will ensure he is ready for the first Test in Christchurch,\" he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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