Mumbai, March 3 -- While the standards of some Test teams have dipped in recent times, New Zealand is the exception that has managed to remain steady. The Kane Williamson led side are tough customers anywhere, but at home they are feared even by the very best.

In back-to-back series, New Zealand has flattened the reputation of not one but two Test cricket heavyweights. First, the Kiwis put an end to England's high from levelling the Ashes at the end of 2019 by winning the two-Test series 1-0. Then, over the last two weeks against India, they punctured the ego of the top-ranked Test side in the world.

With their sixth straight series win at home, Williamson's side have enhanced their reputation of being one of the most dangerous teams in t...