'Having that leg gully in place was meant to bring him into play' - William O'Rourke on planning Virat Kohli's dismissal

Virat Kohli (Photo Source : Getty Image)

India and New Zealand locked horns at Chinnaswamy on Day 2 of the ongoing Test match after Day 1 was called off due to persistent rain. It turned out to be a horrendous day for India as they got wrapped at an embarrassing low of 46 even after Rohit Sharma calling right at the toss.

As many as five Indian batters produced ducks, including stalwart Virat Kohli and New Zealand's William O'Rourke opened up on his dismissal. It is worth noting that Rishabh Pant was India's highest scorer on a dark day with just 20 runs under his belt.

Speaking exclusively on JioCinema, New Zealand cricketer William O'Rourke shared his thoughts on dismissing on Day 2 of the 1st Test between India and New Zealand: "I think just with my angle back in, having that leg gully in place was meant to bring him into play. It was obviously an attacking option for us. We were fortunate to get the wicket. I don’t think that was exactly the delivery I intended, but it worked and I got his wicket, so I’m happy about it."

On the weather conditions: "Very similar to the conditions back home. I think we weren't expecting too much assistance in the morning. We were probably going to bat as well if we won the toss. So, it was nice to see the ball nipping around, and I could just run in and do my thing."

On fielding efforts: "I think we were excellent in the field today. A few diving chances and I think that's what we pride ourselves on. We probably haven't been as good as we wanted to be in the last few Tests. So, coming out here and putting on a show like that was really special."

On playing in the subcontinent: "It’s my first time playing in the subcontinent so it’s obviously a little bit different from back home, but playing those first two Tests in Sri Lanka really helped prepare me to come out here and just focus on doing my own thing."