New Zealand captain Tom Latham is prepared to debut pace bowler Kristian Clarke if conditions require in the third and final cricket test against the West Indies at Mount Maunganui starting today

A turning surface was initially expected, given the solitary Plunket Shield match hosted by the Bay Oval saw spin claim 20 of the 31 wickets.

Left-arm orthodox Ajaz Patel has been called up, but recent rain has freshened the block.

Latham's hinted a seam-heavy attack is back on the table as a result.



West Indies counterpart Roston Chase agrees.



A mainly fine day expected in Mount Maunganui - although there's a chance of a shower late morning or early afternoon.

First ball is set for 11am.

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