The Black Caps and Bangladesh can expect a bit of bounce from Seddon Park's green pitch for the first Test, according to head groundsman Karl Johnson.
Johnson told 1 NEWS the pitch will be using Patumahoe clay for the five-day fixture which starts tomorrow, meaning pace bowlers will be happy with the surface.
"I'm hoping to produce a wicket that has a bit of bounce in it, to be honest," Johnson said.
"Traditionally, our pitches in New Zealand don't break up but I think there will be a bit of bounce in it."
Johnson said the Patumahoe clay offers a bit more life than Waikari - the alternative.
"We want ot try and produce a wicket that looks after the fast bowlers, the spin bowlers and hopefully the batters too.
"I think there will be a wee bit more pace, a wee bit more bounce than traditionally on a Waikari as well."
Tomorrow's Test in Hamilton starts at 11am.
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