Hamilton, Nov. 9 -- There was a time when India's overseas fortunes were often measured by how well their batsmen negotiated the moving ball. The tables appear to have turned. It is now India's fast bowlers who are making opposition batsmen search for answers, and New Zealand have discovered just how uncomfortable that examination can be.

As the two sides prepare for the third ODI of the five-match series at Seddon Park on Tuesday, India have the luxury of a 2-0 lead and the opportunity to wrap up the contest with remaining games. More importantly, they have acquired something that can prove even more valuable on overseas tours: confidence in their pace attack.

The way India's seamers have operated in the opening two matches would have gi...