First to Leave, Never Far Behind: Kane Williamson and the Fab Four | TheBriefWire
First to Leave, Never Far Behind: Kane Williamson and the Fab Four
Published 16 June 2026 ยท general
For years, the Fab Four debate searched endlessly for a winner. As Kane Williamson becomes the first member of the quartet to retire, this is
For years, the Fab Four debate searched endlessly for a winner. As Kane Williamson becomes the first member of the quartet to retire, this is not a ranking but a reflection. Amid Kohli's intensity, Smith's absurdity and Root's volume, Williamson quietly went about his business. From match-winning runs and captaincy highs to carrying the heaviest individual load, the New Zealander built a career defined by greatness without the noise.
Published: June 16, 2026 โข 1:13 PM IST ยท Updated: June 16, 2026 โข 2:02 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
For years, the Fab Four debate searched endlessly for a winner.
As Kane Williamson becomes the first member of the quartet to retire, this is not a ranking but a reflection.
Amid Kohli's intensity, Smith's absurdity and Root's volume, Williamson quietly went about his business.
From match-winning runs and captaincy highs to carrying the heaviest individual load, the New Zealander built a career defined by greatness without the noise.