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WTC Final | Conditions favourable for Blackcaps but Pat Cummins prefers to 'sit on the fence'

Australia fast bowler Pat Cummins has put his weight behind New Zealand as they take on India in the inaugural WTC final slated to gain on June 18 in Southampton. Cummins has said that the conditions in England might suit the Blackcaps. 

"It is going to be a good match. I think there has been a lot of rain in England from what I have seen in the news. I think, in terms of conditions, it is probably close to New Zealand conditions," Cummins said in a question-and-answer session with fans on Youtube.

"If I say anything, the conditions should probably suit New Zealand more than India," he added.

The pacer further suggested that the two teams haven’t played a Test for almost a couple of months now so it is going to be an exciting encounter. "We have seen both teams not having played Test matches for a couple of months. So, it is a one-off. Anything can happen. I will sit on the fence," said the 28-year-old.

The Kane Williamson-led New Zealand side were the first team to make a place in the WTC final while India first defeated Australia 2-1 in a four-match series away from home and then thrashed England 3-1 on the home soil to make the cut for the marquee clash.

New Zealand will first play England in a two-match Test series ahead of the WTC final. On the other hand, the Virat Kohl-led side will be up against the English team in a five-match Test series after the conclusion of the WTC. 



 

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