New Zealand vs India Rain Delay Leaves Match Start Time Unclear

The first ODI between New Zealand and India at Eden Park in Auckland has been interrupted by rain, leaving the match's resumption time uncertain. India had moved to 54/1 in their chase of 186 when the latest live update showed a rain delay.

New Zealand were bowled out for 185 in 40.2 overs after India captain Shubman Gill won the toss and elected to bowl. The visitors now have a strong position in the opening match of the five-game ODI series, but the weather has interrupted their progress.

India's chase got off to a difficult start when Rohit Sharma departed for a duck in the first over. Kyle Jamieson provided the breakthrough, dismissing the experienced opener after just six deliveries.

Gill and Virat Kohli then steadied the innings. The Indian captain was unbeaten on 17 from 32 balls, while Kohli had moved to 29 off 27 deliveries, striking five boundaries. Their partnership had brought India to 54/1 after 10.5 overs.

New Zealand struggle to build a competitive total

New Zealand were bowled out for 185 in 40.2 overs after India chose to bowl first. Tim Seifert top-scored with 38, while Glenn Phillips made 30 and Daryl Mitchell added 28. Blair Tickner scored a quick 34, but New Zealand failed to reach 200.

Arshdeep Singh led India's attack with four wickets for 70 runs. Gurnoor Brar took three wickets, while Anshul Kamboj claimed two.

Kohli and Gill put India in a strong position

The dismissal of Rohit could have put early pressure on India, but Kohli's arrival helped settle the innings. He played positively, finding the boundary regularly and keeping the required scoring rate under control.

Gill, meanwhile, took a more measured approach at the other end. With nine wickets remaining in the chase, India were well placed to finish the job.

The latest New Zealand vs India rain delay update has left supporters waiting for confirmation of the next inspection and revised playing time. No confirmed restart time has been provided.

Rain had also affected the pre-match schedule at Eden Park, delaying the toss earlier in the day. Play eventually got underway, with no overs lost at that stage.

India will be looking to complete the chase once conditions allow the match to resume. For New Zealand, the challenge is to find a way back into a contest where India already hold a commanding advantage.

The New Zealand vs India 1st ODI remains in progress, with the weather now the biggest obstacle to a result in Auckland.