The second Twenty20 International between New Zealand and Australia was abandoned due to persistent rain at Mount Maunganui on Friday.

This outcome left the visitors with an unassailable 1-0 lead in the three-match Chappell-Hadlee Trophy series.

New Zealand Vs Australia: 2nd T20I – Highlights

Rain delayed the toss at Bay Oval by nearly 30 minutes, allowing a brief window of play later in the evening. The match was eventually reduced to a nine-overs-a-side contest and commenced around 9:30 p.m. local time. New Zealand’s captain won the toss and chose to field first, aiming to restrict Australia early. However, just 13 deliveries into the game, the rain returned, and play was halted for good. At the time of abandonment, Australia had reached 16 for 1 in 2.1 overs, with captain Mitchell Ma

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