Williamson looking ahead to a 'really tough challenge' against India

In drawing parallels between Edmund Hillary's historic ascent of Everest in 1953 and Kane Williamson's cricket campaign, one cannot escape some bold comparisons, which were, incidentally, made on the eve of their semifinal against India. The narrative typically suggested that, right or wrong, securing victory in the World Cup is akin to conquering the formidable Himalayan peak. For, the stakes will be no less daunting while facing India at the Wankhede in Mumbai on Wednesday.

Just as Hillary faced the towering challenge of Everest, so too does Williamson's side confront a formidable summit, with the cricketing world watching in anticipation of a repeat of