They stand on different sides of the bat and have contrasting roles but Tom Latham acknowledged last night there's much to admire about the way Kane Williamson goes about his work.
Williamson is on 80 after more than five hours in the middle, 93 runs into a solid partnership with BJ Watling, on 48, which could prove a match-winning stand at the Basin Reserve today.
"I think it's just his mental state, which is great when he's at the crease, and his technique is pretty outstanding," opener Latham said.
"It's always nice watching him bat and learning from him."
Latham said he's talked with world No13-ranked batsman Williamson about his modus operandi.