Ajinkya Rahane wants to require on the New Zealand pace battery with more intent within the second Test and his foolproof strategy includes countering the awkward angles which became a nightmare for Indian batsmen during the primary Test at the Basin Reserve. Rahane, who top-scored with 46 within the first innings of the opening Test, is hopeful that a turnaround will happen on a green top at the Hagley Oval, which he reckons are going to be better for batting compared to the one they came Wellington.
I am not saying (we need to be) more aggressive but having that intent and clear mindset will help us," Rahane told reporters on Thursday. New Zealand pacers Trent Boult, Tim Southee and Kyle Jamieson used the short ball liberally after coming wide of the crease with an angle that was disconcerting for the batsmen. "I think they used that angle rather well in Wellington. Bowling wide of the crease or from the centre, they changed angles while bowliasng the short balls. i feel their plan was completely clear. You’ll be able to Live Cricket Online on our website with none charges. There isn’t any buffering on our website.