Wed Oct 16 07:02:01 UTC 2024: ## Rain Delays First Day of India vs. New Zealand Test Series
**Bengaluru, India** – The highly anticipated first Test match of the three-match series between India and New Zealand was delayed due to heavy rain in Bengaluru. The match, scheduled to begin today at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, is currently on hold with pitch covers in place.
Former cricketer Saba Karim, speaking during the broadcast, stated that the downpour is intense and the toss is expected to take place approximately 45 minutes after the rain stops.
This series marks the 13th encounter between the two cricketing giants, with India aiming for another victory over their Kiwi counterparts. New Zealand has never won a bilateral Test series on Indian soil, making this series even more exciting.
The Indian team is captained by Rohit Sharma, while the New Zealand squad is led by Tom Latham.
The last Test series between India and New Zealand took place in November 2021, with India winning 1-0. Overall, India has a dominant record against New Zealand in both series and individual Test matches.
The teams will face each other in three Test matches. The remaining matches are scheduled for Pune on October 24th and Mumbai on November 1st.
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