Kolkata 21 November : .Neil Wagner, New Zealand’s pacer insists that being named the World Test Championship (WTC), inaugural winners is something no one can take from them.
The main task for New Zealand is now to defend its title, he said. New Zealand won the WTC in June after defeating India by eight wickets.
They will now face them in Kanpur and Mumbai.For the title holders, the two-match series of Test matches marks the beginning of the second WTC cycle.
It’s something that no one can take from you.This is something very special.It’s something I am still proud of.The main thing is for us to be proud of New Zealanders and put our heads down.Wagner stated that this is the most important thing in a New Zealand Cricket video.
No matter what the outcome, as long we give our best and try our hardest, play our part and leave nothing behind, everything will work out.We are hopeful that things will go our way.However, we feel pretty sure that the team here is willing to put in their best effort and get down to work.Wagner said that he is looking forward to the “challenge” and was on his second India tour since 2016.
Wagner’s preparations for the Test series have not been easy.He, like Ross Taylor, was unable to participate in any form of competitive cricket following the WTC final.This is due to COVID-19 restrictions in New Zealand that prevented him from playing in Plunket Shield.
Not the best preparation for COVID at home.It has been years since I was able to enjoy domestic cricket.Although it is frustrating, this is one of those things that cannot be controlled.It’s best to just get on with the job and not dwell too deeply about what you did at home.
It’s about adapting to heat and trying to keep dry.And knowing the ball won’t swing very long.It’s important to keep your line straight and use long lengths.You also need to be very ruthless.
The margin for error is very small, as I mentioned.This is an extremely difficult place to play, and everyone is excited for the challenge.It’s Test cricket.The 35-year old said, “So, I think everybody’s pretty fizzed for that.”
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