aylor wants New Zealand to be prepared for all conditions

Reflecting on the much-talked about batting-friendly conditions in England, Taylor cited the ICC Champions Trophy 2017, saying that there weren't too many big scores then, adding that it's the mindset that matters.

"You don't have to go too far back to the Champions Trophy, when a lot of people talked about big scores and there weren't a lot at that tournament," he said. "You've just got to be flexible, there will be times when the bowlers dominate and the batters will dominate as well. You've got to be prepared for anything and adapt accordingly."

yourself to the best, you'll probably play your best as well," he said.

Taylor brings along solid experience of the English conditions, having played for Middlesex in the County Championship. He also stressed on the importance of the official warm-up games that will take place in the week leading up to the World Cup to get acclimatised.

"The game against India on the 25th would be a great preparation," he said. "They are one of the stronger sides and are favourites going into the tournament. It will be good for us to go out there and have a good hit out as a team."