3 reasons why Kane Williamson can finish as one of the best Test batsmen of his generation

#2 Playing in challenging conditions and the ability to soak in pressure

New Zealand v Pakistan - 3rd Test: Day Four

Two things need to be factored in when we talk about Kane Williamson's sensational rise in such a short period of time.

Firstly, conditions in New Zealand (along with South Africa) are the toughest for batsmen in world cricket - the red kookaburra ball does a lot after pitching (courtesy the green tops).

Also, with Trent Boult and Tim Southee in the mix, there is a concerted effort to prepare the greener pitches to yield results.

This is where he has played his cricket and achieved phenomenal success. If he had played a substantial part of his cricket in easy conditions, his batting average of 50 could easily have been 57 or 58. He has been the batting mainstay for New Zealand.

Secondly, his side has never had a stable opening pair as such. Williamson, in that respect, has been as good as an opener for New Zealand - with the added pressure of knowing that his side has lost an early wicket. His ability to absorb the pressure of falling wickets is again amongst the best in Test cricket.