Mt. Maunganui ( NZ): New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson on Tuesday said that the limited- overs leg would not have much bearing on the ensuing two Tests, though they can still look to carry a bit of confidence from the 3- 0 ODI series whitewash of the visitors.
u201c Obviously, a different side and a different format.
Throughout a series youu2019re always trying to touch on areas as a group. Itu2019s a different format but there are some parts guys will get confidence from going into that series.
u201c The focus does change but I know the guys are looking forward to that series.u201d The Test series starts in Wellington on February 21.
Williamson praised his sideu2019s effort in inflicting on India their first ODI series whitewash since 1989. u201c Although we were 2- 0 going up into this, there were certainly those expectations coming into this game to try and implement those things and also learn from those past performances that we had against India who are obviously one of the best sides in the world.
u201c It was an outstanding effort and a very clinical effort from the guys and I think the way we fought back with the ball was outstanding and the partnerships throughout that chase were brilliant as well.u201d Williamson hoped for a fullstrength squad for the Test series against India after managing the limited overs leg with injury- ravaged outfits.
u201c We are expecting all of those guys to be fit for the first Test and theyu2019ve been tracking nicely. Itu2019s an exciting opportunity,u201d Williamson said.
PTI Williamson hopes to carry confidence into Test series NZ captain Kane Williamson ( left) and teammate Tom Latham celebrate with the trophy. Pic/ AFP
