Afghanistan vs New Zealand Test Day One Called Off Amid Rain Concerns
Afghanistan vs New Zealand Test Day One Disruption
A wet outfield caused by overnight rain has prompted match officials to call off the opening day's play in the one-off Test between New Zealand and Afghanistan in Greater Noida, India.
Heavy rain in the last 10 days had left little prospect of any action on day one at the stadium in Greater Noida, near Delhi, which has only a basic drainage system.
While there was no fresh shower on Monday, the outfield and the bowler's run-up area were both wet. The umpires undertook several inspections before deciding to call off the day's play.
Afghanistan's 'Home' Venue
- Afghanistan plays their 'home' matches at the venue due to security concerns affecting touring teams.
- This match marks the first of New Zealand's six Tests in Asia over the next two months.
- New Zealand will also tour Sri Lanka and India during this period.
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