T20 World Cup 2021 | We were able to build pressure throughout, reflects Kane Williamson after New Zealand outplay India

New Zealand put India on the back foot right from the word go, with Trent Boult, Tim Southee, and Mitchell Santner showing great control in the powerplay overs after Kane Williamson opted to bowl. India were 35/2 after six overs, with Ishan Kishan and KL Rahul back in the hut.

Kane Williamson was highly pleased with the all-round show, and lauded Sodhi for his brilliance with the ball.

“The balance of our attack has two spinners in it, I think the collective unit was impressive, the way they kept passing the baton. We saw some very good signs in our first match as well and we built on that. Look, you play against such strong teams all the time, for us it's about playing our game. 

“Ish is an outstanding T20 bowler, white-ball bowler in particular. He's been a big part and played in a number of comps, and in these conditions spin will play a part.”

“I'm usually quite big on pre-match prep but with this bubble life we haven't been able to see the ground before we get there,” said Sodhi, as he received the Player of the Match award. “It was our first time here in Dubai and something we had to adapt to. I think a big part of our game is using spin in the middle. I think Southee getting that wicket late in the powerplay was important, it allowed the spinners to bowl.”