India-New Zealand third ODI in Hamilton delayed as rain holds up toss

The third match of the five-match ODI series between India and New Zealand is scheduled to be played today at Seddon Park in Hamilton. However, heavy rain in the city has so far prevented the toss from taking place. The match is on November 10.

The toss was due at 7.30 am, but the rain did not stop, so it has not yet been held. The start of the match is therefore held up for now. India have won both of the first two matches and lead the series 2-0, and will take the field intending to win the series in this match.

The match is an important one for captain Shubman Gill, as he will begin preparations for the Test series after it. Shreyas Iyer will take over the captaincy for the last two ODIs.

It is cold in Hamilton and the threat of rain remains, so there is a possibility that the match may end early. Because of the rain and humidity, the pitch could help the fast bowlers, with extra swing and uneven bounce testing the batters.

Rohit Sharma needs to regain his old form. In the previous two matches he scored 0 and 23. Apart from Virat Kohli's fine innings at Eden Park, India's opening batting has struggled. Captain Gill and the veteran Rohit Sharma both looked uncomfortable against the Kiwi bowlers.