Kane Williamson has joined Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the IPL as a strategic advisor, the team's owner Sanjiv Goenka said in a tweet on Thursday morning.

"His leadership, strategic insight, deep understanding of the game, and ability to inspire players make him an invaluable addition to the team," Goenka wrote of the 35-year-old former New Zealand captain.

Williamson, who has been a part of the Super Giants franchise while with their Durban team in the SA20 league, last played for New Zealand in the Champions Trophy final against India in Dubai in March this year. He has not walked away from international cricket yet, but, having opted for a casual contract with New Zealand Cricket, his appearances are likely to be sporadic.

He will miss the upcoming T20I series at home against

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