New DelhiThe New Zealand team has taken a 1-0 lead in the three-match series by defeating India by eight wickets in the first Test on Sunday (20 October), but now they will have to prepare for the second match starting from 24 October in Pune. New Zealand captain Tom Latham reminded his team not to let their celebrations distract them from the second Test after winning the first match. Because India has the power to retaliate.
“I think after 36 years we have won here,” Latham said in the press conference after the match. It's really a special feeling to be in this situation. This is a proud moment for this team and we will celebrate it. We definitely know that it will be a challenge against India (in the second Test). Who obviously has a strong ability to make a complete comeback.
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He further said, “I think the work we did with the new ball last evening was good. I think Southee, Henry and Williams troubled the Indian batsmen and were successful. We definitely knew that India would make a comeback in the match and were happy that we did not have to chase a huge target to win. When Tim and Rachin were at the crease, the match was a bit balanced.”
Speaking about Williamson, Latham said, “I'm sure these conversations will happen in the next 24-48 hours, I think it would be great to have a veteran player of Kane's caliber.” I think selection headaches are always a big thing from the team's point of view. Hopefully he is right. “I am not 100 percent sure on his comeback yet, but hopefully he can do it.”
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FIRST PUBLISHED : October 20, 2024, 6:36 PM IST
