Test Match Woes: Rain Halts Afghanistan vs New Zealand Clash

The Afghanistan vs New Zealand Test match was abandoned due to incessant rain, making it the eighth instance in Test history to be called off without a ball being bowled. This incident raises questions about the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex's preparedness.

The one-off Test match between Afghanistan and New Zealand was called off on Friday without a single ball being bowled due to non-stop rain, marking only the eighth such instance in the annals of five-day games.

Initially, the first two days were lost to a wet outfield, casting doubts on the Shaheed Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex's readiness. Persistent rain ensured the remaining days were washed out as well.

Despite an inspection on Friday morning, the waterlogged outfield confirmed the match's fate. The Afghanistan Cricket Board confirmed the cancellation, with officials citing continual rain in Greater Noida.

(With inputs from agencies.)