ODI Series & T20i, England v New Zealand, 2015.

[captaincolly]

well, the forecast, even as late as this morning, suggested that the day would be largely dry, with the sun making an appearance at about 4pm

that looks a long way out, atm. The rain is coming down again where I live, and it's all looking a little grim, in truth

Restart at 3.40 weather permitting.

And looks as if weather won't permit it!

[captaincolly]

well, the forecast, even as late as this morning, suggested that the day would be largely dry, with the sun making an appearance at about 4pm

that looks a long way out, atm. The rain is coming down again where I live, and it's all looking a little grim, in truth

Restart at 3.40 weather permitting.

And looks as if weather won't permit it!

Covers coming off.

[The Waugh Twins]

All clear here so I wouldn't expect any rain your way in about 4 days.

[captaincolly]

All clear here so I wouldn't expect any rain your way in about 4 days.

Good!

[Aidan11]

NZ got 30-40 more than they should have.

Even in the new improved era where 300 chases are easy I fear this might not be.

[Aidan11]

Restart now moved to 3.49pm.

[The Waugh Twins]

NZ got 30-40 more than they should have.

Even in the new improved era where 300 chases are easy I fear this might not be.

Aidan, England have this in the bag as long as they say a few Hale Marys.

[captaincolly]

Restart now moved to 3.49pm.

Raining again

[Making_Splinters]

What a disappointment for Durham.

[The Waugh Twins]

Rain and cricket just don't go together.

Will they ever?

[KipperJohn]

Very impressive from Rashid - should have played in the West Indies. I like his action and he gives it a tweak both ways.

Can he challenge for a Test spot?

[captaincolly]

Very impressive from Rashid - should have played in the West Indies. I like his action and he gives it a tweak both ways.

Can he challenge for a Test spot?

He should do.

[captaincolly]

Re-start at 5.30, target is 192 from 26 overs.

[Making_Splinters]

New Zealand score at under 6, England have to go at over 7. No wonder D/L has such a bad name.

[captaincolly]

New Zealand score at under 6, England have to go at over 7. No wonder D/L has such a bad name.

@Martycricket: This is going to be quite tough for England. D/L does not been too kind with them chasing 192 from 26 overs. NZ had 126-2 after 26 overs.

This expensive last few overs must be a factor.