Tim Southee wants to collaborate between the two sectors to find a solution, reopening the franchise vs country argument

Tim Southee further suggested that in order to develop a solution for the future of cricket, the international boards collaborate with franchise leagues. Since clubs can afford to spend more money than some international boards, more West Indies players will choose to play for clubs rather than represent their country in international competitions.

Many international players have chosen to concentrate more on franchise cricket and declined central contracts in recent years. In New Zealand, Trent Boult initiated the trend, which has been lately pursued by Devon Conway and Kane Williamson.

Fans were shocked to learn that Kane, who is regarded as one of the best hitters of this age, had chosen to forego the central contract in order to participate in more franchise-based competitions. Tim Southee, an experienced pacer, did, however, clarify that despite not having a contract, the top batter would frequently play for New Zealand.

Yes, I believe that’s a decision that each board is considering individually when it comes to nation vs franchise cricket. Therefore, it is clear that the franchise industry and leagues are expanding at this point. Because Test cricket is still, in my opinion, the best format for many players, it would be good to see the international (boards) and the leagues collaborating in some capacity, Southee was cited by as saying.

Williamson and Conway’s participation in Test matches without a New Zealand contract is alluded to by Tim Southee.

In addition, Tim Southee stated that not much will change in terms of the Test lineup and that Devon Conway and Kane Williamson are still very much in the running for selection. He said that despite not having a contract, both players are dedicated to the development of cricket in New Zealand and will play.

“I suppose it’s the way cricket is developing and the proliferation of T20 leagues. From Kane and Devon’s perspective, we still have nine Test matches left, and they remain dedicated to New Zealand cricket. They therefore intend to play those Test matches. Therefore, it is not all that different from the Test side. Despite not having a contract with New Zealand, they will still be there.

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Devon and Kane won’t likely miss a lot of cricket for New Zealand, in my opinion. Thus, I believe the casual playing arrangement comes in to allow them to be both flexible in doing that and committed to New Zealand at the same time,” Southee said.