New Zealanders against high quality pace

This article in the Herald implies that New Zealand has had its share of problems against really fast bowling. However, I don't actually think the Herald provides a convincing argument. In New Zealand's favour we were also the most successful side to play against the West Indian pace machine of the '70s and '80s. I admit we struggled against Akram and Younis, but then we were unfortunate enough to play several series against Pakistan when those two were at their irresistable best.

Any look at comparative bowling figures will throw up the odd anomaly. The Herald has provided a very selective list and you have to wonder why they didn't include great fast bowlers of the modern era such as Jeff Thomson (career average 28, average against NZ 32), Malcolm Marshall (20 vs 21) and Andy Roberts (25 vs 65).