**New Zealand won the toss and elected to field first **
Although the early rain has moved away there is still some talk of the weather playing a part later on, one reason why Daniel Vettori wanted to chase in case the D/L method comes into play.
** New Zealand won the toss and elected to field first
**Match delayed by rain
Good news from the ground - the weather has cleared up and the covers are being peeled off. Bright skies all around, and the players and umpires are milling around in the middle, awaiting a resumption. Play will resume at **5.30pm, local time. It could be a 36-overs game from hereon.