Hardened warriors about to hit 50

AUSTRALIA'S Mike Hussey and Simon Katich are preparing for their 50th Tests. New Zealand's Kane Williamson is close to his first €” but the Kiwis have made the stunning admission they're scared of playing him on a green-top pitch at Seddon Park tomorrow because it might be too hard for him.

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