Heavy rain disrupted the second T20I between Australia and New Zealand at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, affecting the Chappell-Hadlee Trophy series.
Officials reduced the match to nine overs after a two-hour delay. Australia batted first and reached 16 for one in two overs. Captain Mitchell Marsh remained unbeaten on eight runs when rain returned. Umpires called off the match due to unplayable conditions.
Australia won the first T20I by six wickets earlier in the series. As defending champions, Australia automatically retained the Chappell-Hadlee Trophy. The third and final match will also be played at Bay Oval. Australia has held the trophy since 2019 in limited-overs contests against New Zealand. Fans expressed disappointment over the weather but praised Australia’s consistent performance.
The final T20I will take place on Saturday at the same venue. Both teams aim to finish the series with a competitive match. Australia seeks to maintain dominance in the rivalry. New Zealand hopes to level the series with a win. Weather forecasts remain uncertain for the final game.
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