New Zealand coach Gary Stead has backed his misfiring side to find their lost form in the World Cup and advance to their second successive final.
“Our first goal was to make the semifinals and we’re pretty sure we’re going to be there so that is a really good thing,” Stead told reporters as the Bangladesh-Pakistan was ongoing.
For all latest news, follow The Daily Star's Google News channel. “There are some individuals who obviously aren’t getting the runs and wickets that they want to.
“But cricket is a harsh game and we know that you’re not going to be perfect every day. As long as we can perform collectively well then that’s our best chance of going further in the tournament.”
Stead was also confident batters would step up.
“We know from the opening position spot those guys have had a tough tournament,” Stead added. “We are under no illusions. It will be tough but if we can fire a few shots and play at the best of our ability then I think we’re a real chance.”
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