The 'Workhorse' as he is called, New Zealand pacer Neil Wagner is set to feature in the World Test Championship (WTC) final against India later in June at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton. Like Wagner, there are many players in either side, who only play one format so the WTC final would seem like playing in a World Cup final, if not more. However, it's different for Wagner, since he has never played for New Zealand in any other format, which is why this WTC final becomes all the more important for the left-armer. Speaking to ESPN Cricinfo, about the relevance and importance of the WTC final for him, Wagner said, "Yeah, it is like a World Cup final for me. For me now, it's about putting all my focus and energy into Test cricket and to be able to play in a World Test Championship final is like a World Cup for me."

Source: dna May 30, 2021 10:30 UTC