Precise planning and execution have enabled New Zealand floor heavier opponents. The Kiwis are efficient, committed and bring to the fore the values of team spirit. With New Zealand, the sum is invariably more than the parts. The side's overwhelming victory over India in the opening duel of the Micromax tri-series showed its intent. This will not be a two-horse race to the final between two Asian giants. The Kiwis are serious contenders. Sri Lanka, though, is a formidable adversary at home. This is an outfit with depth and options.

Published Date : Friday, Aug 13, 04:30pm IST

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