The Blackcaps will have to wait a little bit longer to start the first day of the cricket summer, with rain delaying play in the first Test against Pakistan at Hagley Oval in Christchurch.
At 10.30am, the umpires made the official call to delay the coin toss, leading to a delayed start.
Pakistan has experienced a less-than-ideal preparation for the series, and the rain won't do anything to cheer the team up with the visitors playing little cricket since their arrival.
The rain is also sure to make the hosts a little nervous, with a green pitch sure to greet their debutant opener Jeet Raval should they continue Kane Williamson's poor toss record and be sent in to bat.
According to sources in Christchurch, it has been raining since 2am with it set to ease before midday in Christchurch And play isn't likely to start at least until mid-afternoon.
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