NZ Prioritizes India White-Ball Challenge Over T20 World Cup: Mitchell

• Daryl Mitchell states New Zealand is focused on the immediate white-ball series against India, not the T20 World Cup a month away.
• The series includes a three-match ODI series followed by a five-match T20I series against a strong Indian team.
• Mitchell emphasizes the team's value of "being where our feet are," focusing on the present challenge in India.
• Henry Nicholls highlights the "carrot" of playing against India for youngsters, especially with IPL prospects, urging them to keep it simple.
• Nicholls notes the unique excitement and passion of Indian fans and the challenge of playing against a top team in their home conditions.

Why It Matters: New Zealand cricketers are prioritizing their immediate white-ball series against India over the upcoming T20 World Cup.