Wellington [New Zealand], June 19 (ANI): New Zealand batter Kane Williamson declined the central contract for the 2024-25 year but emphasised his long-term commitment to the Blackcaps. New Zealand Cricket on Wednesday released a statement to confirm that the veteran batter opted out of the central contract for the 2024-25 season. Speculations were building around Williamson’s future after New Zealand suffered a heartbreak following an early exit in the ongoing T20 World Cup. With 358 appearances for the Kiwis in his decorated career, the 33-year-old opted out of the contract list and white-bal…