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    A suggestion from former Black Cap Chris Cairns about which New Zealand's seamers should do what when it come to the Wellington wind in the second test against England

    A suggestion from former Black Cap Chris Cairns about which New Zealand's seamers should do what when it come to the Wellington wind in the second test against England


    The bowling line-up is yet to be confirmed, with spinner Mitch Santner joining the squad - likely meaning to a three-pronged pace attack.

    Cairns expects the trio of Tim Southee, Will O'Rourke and Matt Henry to use the Basin Reserve conditions to their advantage.



    The second test is set to start Friday.

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