The third ODI between New Zealand and Bangladesh in Chattogram will determine the series winner. New Zealand, featuring a young and inexperienced team due to many first-choice players participating in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and Pakistan Super League (PSL), won the first match by 26 runs but lost the second by six wickets. Will O'Rourke, a key player for New Zealand, noted the team's focus on adjusting to the varied conditions in Bangladesh, having experienced different pitch behaviors in Dhaka. He expressed confidence in the squad's ability to adapt and emphasized the importance of strong fielding. O'Rourke also mentioned that the Chattogram pitch appears to have some grass, suggesting it may provide pace and bounce, which could benefit the team's bowling strategy. As he prepares for the decisive match, O'Rourke aims to improve his bowling consistency after a challenging performance in the second ODI.