Cricket News: Ian Smith says “Stop hiding in the grass”

Cricket News: Ian Smith has come down hard at the team’s setup in home conditions. Smith has asked the Kiwis to focus more on developing spin talent rather than “hiding in the grass” at home. Also, Smith reckons the over-reliance on pace and movement. It is costing New Zealand when they travel to the sub-continent. Ajaz Patel, William Somerville, and Rachin Raveendra of New Zealand bowled 102 overs. In Kanpur, during the first Test against India. Patel was the only one of the three who received a prize for his efforts. In addition, he took three wickets in two innings. The Indian spinners have shared 10 of the 11 New Zealand wickets.

Ajaz Patel, William Somerville, and Rachin Raveendra of New Zealand bowled 102 overs. In Kanpur, during the first Test against India. Patel was the only one of the three who received a prize for his efforts. In addition, he took three wickets in two innings. The Indian spinners have shared 10 of the 11 New Zealand wickets. If New Zealand makes it to the last day, Ian Smith has issued a warning. Then save the Test; it will only hide the flaws in their armor for a short time.

“Surviving today is temporarily sealing the cracks. We have to get more revolutions on the ball and stop hiding in the grass. It’s so lopsided in their favor it’s not funny. Just as it is for the quicks when we host teams here. Unfortunately, though for us, that is now coming to our detriment in the subcontinent, and we’ll always do so unless we learn to play it better,” said Ian Smith.

Ian Smith

Cricket News: Moreover, Ian Smith complimented Tim Southee and Kyle Jamieson for their effort with the ball. Also, to keep New Zealand in the game, though they have an uphill task on Day 5.

“It’s a hell of a compliment to Tim Southee and Kyle Jamieson that we’re actually still playing this Test match. Our three spinners bowled 102 overs. For India, 10 out of the 11 scalps they’ve got so far are to spin,” Ian Smith said.

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