Auckland [New Zealand], December 15 (ANI): New Zealand head coach Gary Stead believers Tim Southee was chosen as Kane Williamson's successor for Test captaincy over Tom Latham because of his "experience" and he was "perfect for our situation now."Southee, 34, was appointed on Thursday when Williamson's six-year reign as Test captain ended, despite having never led New Zealand in a Test match previously. Southee's captainc