Watch: Kane Williamson runs off to have birthday cake from Sri Lankan fans
Williamson joined some fans who had brought a birthday cake for him.
Mumbai: New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson, who is regarded as one of the most loved cricketers around the globe proved his tag on Thursday.
The 29-year-old was fielding for New Zealand in a practice match against Sri Lanka Board President's XI, when he was seen running to a section of fans during a break.
Kane Williamson - The most loved cricketer in the world celebrating his 29th birthday in an unusual way. #Champion #SLvNZ @BLACKCAPS @ThePapareSports pic.twitter.com/ZWaQbqyXPn
— Damith Weerasinghe (@Damith1994) August 8, 2019
Williamson joined some fans who had brought a birthday cake for him. A fan cut a piece of the cake and gave it to Williamson as he made his way towards them. Williamson, reciprocating the gesture cut a piece of the cake and gave it to the fan. Groundstaff and security staff also appreciated Williamson's gesture and came over to the area.
What a way to celebrate the Birthday! Kane Williamson celebrates his 29th with Sri Lankan fans eating a piece of Cake with them during the warm-up! @BLACKCAPS pic.twitter.com/WyzZ86NUVH
— Sri Lanka Cricket 🇱🇰 (@OfficialSLC) August 8, 2019
The first Test between Sri Lanka and New Zealand will be played in Galle starting August 14, and the second will begin on August 22 at Colombo’s P Sara Stadium.
After the Tests, three T20s will be played on August 31, September 2 and September 6.