Rain Deluge Halts Afghanistan vs New Zealand Test Match in Greater Noida

Play in the Afghanistan vs New Zealand test match has been halted for the third consecutive day due to heavy rain in India's Greater Noida region. The match, hosted at Shahid Vijay Singh Pathik Sport Complex, has yet to see any action as persistent rainfall continues to disrupt proceedings, with further forecasts threatening to abandon the match entirely.

Persistent rain in India's Greater Noida region has caused the Afghanistan vs New Zealand test match to be called off for the third consecutive day without a ball being bowled. The region has been experiencing heavy rainfall for the past two weeks, affecting play at the Shahid Vijay Singh Pathik Sport Complex.

Despite the criticism regarding the choice of venue, an Afghanistan Cricket Board official defended the selection, citing its proximity to Delhi and ease of travel from Kabul. However, the basic drainage systems have proven inadequate under the circumstances.

The Test match, which is the first to be hosted at this complex, could potentially become the eighth ever to be abandoned without play. Match referee Javagal Srinath's report to the ICC will determine if any sanctions will be imposed on the venue.

(With inputs from agencies.)