New Zealand might have won the second Test against Bangladesh to level the two-match series 1-1 but Kiwi skipper Tim Southee still minced no words regarding the Mirpur pitch.
The Mirpur clash turned out to be a low-scoring affair, with the two sides combining to face just 1,069 balls, the seventh-lowest ever in a Test that saw at least 36 wickets fall.
"Probably the worst wicket I've come across in my career," said Southee after the game Saturday.
"Just like I said, the balance between bat and ball was heavily favored into the bowler's hands. So, I think for the match to be over in 170 [178.1] overs sort of reflects that. So, for our guys to scrap away and then come away with the win was a big pleasure," he added.
While describing the low and slow nature of the wicket at the home of cricket in Bangladesh, Southee said: “It wasn't great. I think there wasn't an even battle between bat and ball.”
The Black Caps captain went on to praise the Tigers who beat New Zealand in Sylhet earlier this month for the first time in a home Test.
"I think Bangladesh have shown over the years that they're an ever-improving side in all three formats. They're a tough side at home in these conditions. And when you come in here, it's going to be a tough place to come," he said.
