Taylor: We haven't made a decision on our final 11

Kiwi batsman Ross Taylor said all 15 players are fit and available for selection in Thursday's World Cup 2019 match against India.

Ross Taylor said that New Zealand is prepared for all kinds of weather-induced contingencies. Ahead of Thursday’s World Cup game against India, Taylor spoke to the media.

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THE PLAYING ELEVEN

There's a full 15 to choose from. We can't look too far ahead but there are obviously different permutations if the weather does play a part, be it a reduced game or a 50-over game.

WET WEATHER BLUES

England is a beautiful place, but it's not famous for good weather. There's still a long way to go in this tournament and I am sure there's going to be rained out games. There are times when forecasts have been wrong as well.

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Traditionally, it can favour the batters but I am sure the bowlers are going to have a little bit there. It hasn't seen the sun and we will have to wait and see what happens. But first and foremost, it's a great place to play cricket, and I am sure any time we play India at a neutral venue, there will always be more Indian supporters than New Zealand. 

TIM SOUTHEE’S FITNESS

He is fine. All 15 are in contention. As I said, with the weather around, we don't want to pre-empt anything, but if there are shortened games and what not, that's something the coach and captain will have to decide at the time, but we haven't made a decision on our final 11.