"I think it is a massive point. We are 2-0 up and are determined to make it 3-0. As you say, momentum and confidence is a big thing in international cricket. I think, our preparations have been really good. We've been trying to check all the boxes and hopefully we come out on top tomorrow," said Miller on the eve of the third and final T20 International.
"To be honest, its a great feeling to be coming to Kolkata 2-0 up in the series. The series win is really big. We came here with a lot of expectations to do well, we have put a lot of pressure on us to perform.
"We are playing against England and at the end of the year in Australia. We just need to take as much confidence as we can moving forward. It has been a huge confidence booster."
South African key batsman AB de Villiers did not come for the practice today and Miller said it was not much of an issue.
"It is an optional practice today. Some players have taken a day off. It has been a long week. We have had some intense games, a lot of practice and travelling. I hope AB does play. We will see tomorrow.
The general pattern is to practice in the evening if the match is a night affair. Why morning practice?
"To be honest, we have been given that slot. I am not sure how the logistics work on practice scheduling. I have been told to be ready at 9 am in the morning and I made sure I was not late for the bus."
Dhoni was suggesting that home matches during this time of the year should start earlier to negate the dew factor but Miller said: "To be honest, I don't know what to say. The games are given to us at 7 pm. The dew factor is bit of an issue. But to fair, it has been the same to both teams. I think there isn't too much of an issue."
"It makes a massive difference. We have come out on top against India. I think the IPL has helped not only the foreign players but the younger guys from India as well.
"It's an unbelievable tournament, it has given opportunity to a lot of players. It also definitely helped South African getting used to the conditions in India. We are feeling a lot more at home," he added.
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