Speaking to reporters, Stead pointed out that the Kiwis have five fast bowlers worthy of Test selection. He further said the management will not implement the rotation policy for them, but will opt for the ‘horses for courses’ approach.
The background
This summer, New Zealand will battle the top three cricketing nations of the world - England, Australia and India. Kane Williamson’s men will first play a short Test series against England before battling with their Trans-Tasman rivals in an away series.
They will then return home to fight with India in another two-match Test series.
The heart of the matter
Addressing the media before the first Test against England, Stead mentioned that he does not mind having a dilemma in team selection as the presence of Trent Boult, Tim Southee, Neil Wagner, Matt Henry and Lockie Ferguson is a positive for the team.
He said:
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He even spoke about Jofra Archer, who will look to trouble the home side with his pace and bounce. Stead added:
The NZ head coach signed off by saying that the left-arm spinner Mitchell Santner is likely to make it to the playing XI in the opening Test. He cited the weather conditions and the pitch at the Bay Oval as the reasons behind the move.
What’s next?
The first Test of the series between New Zealand and England will begin on 21 November. It will be interesting to see how the Blackcaps’ bowling attack performs against Joe Root’s potent batting lineup.
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