Historic Clash: New Zealand vs. Afghanistan's First Test Match Hits a Delay

The historic one-off Test match between New Zealand and Afghanistan faced a delay due to a wet outfield. Initially scheduled for 9:30 am, the toss has been postponed pending a 10:00 am inspection. With rain and thunderstorms forecast throughout the week, game disruptions are anticipated.

The historic one-off Test match between New Zealand and Afghanistan faced a delay due to a wet outfield on Monday morning.

The toss, scheduled for 9:30 am, has been postponed, with officials set to inspect the field at 10:00 am before making a final decision.

Weather forecasts predicting rain and thunderstorms throughout the week suggest potential disruptions for the match, adding uncertainty to this significant game, which marks the first Test clash between the teams since Afghanistan gained Test status in 2017. New Zealand resumes Test cricket after a break since March, gearing up for a busy season concluding with a series against India.

(With inputs from agencies.)