Ahead of the third ODI between India and New Zealand Indian bowler Arshdeep Singh has said that no one can control the weather.
Earlier second ODI between India and New Zealand was called off due to rain and the third match of the three-game ODI series will take place in New Zealand’s Christchurch.
Meanwhile, to save the series India will try to win the final ODI match. India is down 1-0. The second ODI match was called off after playing 12.5 overs due to rain. It is expected that the third and final match of the series will also be canceled as on 30 November heavy rain is expected.
“The weather is not in our hands, Weather is something we cannot control. So it is important that we give our best whenever we get a chance. If there is a break in the game due to rain, we have to always be mentally and physically prepared for the match to start anytime. It is our endeavor that the process is followed properly and there is no shortage of preparation. And the plans that are made should be executed in the match,” Arshdeep Singh said.
During a pre-match press conference Arshdeep said, “As a bowler, I have not thought much that there is a lot of difference between these two formats. Just like now I am doing attacking bowling in the starting and defending in the last…. my aim is to take wickets for the team. So I have not yet thought that there will be some difference between these two formats. Wherever I get a chance to perform, I will deliver my best.”
Moreover, against New Zealand at Auckland Arshdeep and Umran Malik made their ODI debuts in the first ODI against New Zealand.
“Personally, I am feeling very good that I have made my debut in Sony Day too. Every player has the same aim that he has to represent India. It is my endeavor that whenever I get a chance in the future, I should perform well for the team,” the bowler said.
Talking about his performance Arshdeep said, “Yes it is difficult but the player does not think so. We try to enjoy our time. And then you go on playing well for your team and don’t think that it is difficult. I never thought that I want to become the bowler of the team or want to see myself here after a year. Try to stay in the rhythm: it benefits the better player and the team as well.”
However, in the first match, New Zealand chased down the target of 306 set by India.