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New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner on Thursday acknowledged India’s familiarity with the sluggish pitch right here on the DICS, however mentioned his aspect is prepared for a “scrap” within the Champions Trophy remaining. The Kiwis arrived right here on Thursday night forward of the ICC showpiece’s title conflict towards India on March 9. “They’ve played all their games here in Dubai and know that surface. Obviously, the surface will dictate a little bit of how we want to operate. It might be a little bit slower than what we got in Lahore. It might be more of a scrap, but we’re down to scrap,” Santner mentioned after touching base within the metropolis.
Nonetheless, Santner mentioned New Zealand can take some solace from their expertise of enjoying towards India through the group stage.
On that occasion, India had overwhelmed New Zealand by 44 runs in a Group A match that solely carried an educational curiosity.
“We’ve come against a good side. I think we’ll be better for the run we had the other day against them. We’ve had a bit of a roll on. Hopefully, it continues,” he added.
The Antipodeans needed to shuttle between Pakistan and Dubai for his or her final group match, semifinal and the ultimate in a brief span.
However the left-arm spinner mentioned the group has tailored to a busy schedule in the previous couple of days.
“It’s just the general feel of this tournament, moving around a lot. It’s all part of the challenge. I think we’ve been to every place here.
“Clearly, in Pakistan and Dubai. I feel the fellows perceive it is a part of it nowadays. So long as you are able to go for the sport, it is wonderful,” he mentioned.
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