Why is the black caps top order continue to struggle?

Question

Why is the black caps top order continue to struggle?

Answer 1

The opening batsman HOW is a newly appointed opener he is yet to establish his position, it's got to do with the condition of the pitch as well...  it's only the first inning maybe different story in the next....  that's a good thing about test match there's a lot of twist and turns.

Answer 2

Lack of experience in alien conditions!