The Black Caps' results, winning eight matches across three formats, were commendable but expected. It was effectively an exercise in mojo replenishment after last month's 3-0 Chappell-Hadlee Trophy loss to Australia, which coach Mike Hesson described as "an aberration". Colin Munro to turn McCullum's lessons against master in BBL semiHesson said Warner's absence reflected the nature of international cricket. Hesson said Tom Latham and Tom Blundell were likely to share the wicketkeeping duties across the series, depending on conditions. Obviously Jeet [Raval] is new [to the cordon] but he's been exceptional in the slips since he's been with us.

Source: New Zealand Herald January 23, 2017 23:28 UTC