Anshul Kamboj explains why NZ feels like Haryana: ‘Similar weather and wickets’

Indian fast bowler Anshul Kamboj explained that conditions in New Zealand feel similar to the weather and wickets in Haryana. The 25-year-old pacer has impressed in his maiden ODI tour, taking 2/22 at Eden Park and 2/25 in Wellington. Kamboj noted that growing up bowling in cold, seamer-friendly domestic conditions helped him adapt quickly to New Zealand's pitches.

Kamboj emphasized that accuracy, disciplined line and length, and prior preparation with India A have been crucial to his early success. His international call-up follows a standout 2026 IPL campaign with Chennai Super Kings, where he took 21 wickets in 14 matches while working alongside Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Stephen Fleming.