India, March 1 -- There's a certain amount of heaviness that tournaments bring, thrusting on players that anxiety. The what ifs that can clog your mind, particularly in knockout matches. One team against whom India haven't handled these emotions very well are New Zealand. Rohit Sharma's side will be happy that they are facing the Kiwis in a match in the Champions Trophy they would want to win, but a loss won't send them packing.

Both India and New Zealand have tamed Pakistan and Bangladesh, fairly convincingly. Quite clearly, Pakistan cricket has fallen off the cliff and Bangladesh refused to grow. The well-oiled Indian and Kiwi camps have benefitted. India have had it easier, being stationed at one location. No packing and unpacking to ...