New Zealand vs Australia HIGHLIGHTS 2nd T20: Match called off due to rain at Bay Oval
New Zealand vs Australia 2nd T20 HIGHLIGHTS: Persistent rain has eventually had the match called off in Mount Maunganui. As a result, Australia have retained the Chappell-Hadlee trophy.
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Rain played spoilsport in the second T20I between New Zealand and Australia at the Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui, leading to the match being called off after multiple interruptions. Just as fans were beginning to enjoy what promised to be a thrilling contest, the weather took a turn for the worse. A 9-overs-a-side game was scheduled following a lengthy delay, with Australia put in to bat first.
Despite the shortened format, the match showed early signs of excitement. Jacob Duffy made an immediate impact for New Zealand, removing Travis Head in the second over with a sharp inswinger after conceding a lucky boundary off the first ball. Mitchell Marsh, who had a nervy start, found some rhythm with a clean six but struggled for fluency overall. Australia had reached 15/1 in 2.1 overs when the rain returned — this time heavier and more persistent.
The covers came on quickly, and as the cut-off time approached with no improvement in conditions, the umpires had no choice but to call off the match. With the series standing at 1-0, the result means Australia retain the Chappell-Hadlee Trophy. Marsh later admitted it was a disappointing outcome but praised both teams for trying their best to get a game in.
Australia vs New Zealand 2nd T20 Playing 11
New Zealand: Tim Seifert (wk), Devon Conway, Tim Robinson, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell (c), James Neesham, Matt Henry, Ben Sears, Ish Sodhi, Jacob Duffy.
Australia: Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh (c), Matthew Short, Tim David, Alex Carey (wk), Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Owen, Xavier Bartlett, Sean Abbott, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood.
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2:27 PM
New Zealand vs Australia LIVE SCORE UPDATES, 2nd T20: Game called off!
The game has been called off due to rain as the umpires walk downstairs with the handshakes between both captains.
2:20 PM
New Zealand vs Australia LIVE SCORE UPDATES, 2nd T20: Little time left on the night!
Almost 20 minutes left now for the cut-off time for a 5-over game as the rain looks heavy now.
2:12 PM
New Zealand vs Australia LIVE SCORE UPDATES, 2nd T20: Rain interrupts play again!
The rain has interrupted the match yet again after 2.1 overs of play as the players make their way back in their dressing room.
2:10 PM
New Zealand vs Australia LIVE SCORE UPDATES, 2nd T20: 13 runs from the over!
Over Summary 4 W 1 6 0 2; AUS 15/1 in 2 overs; Mitch Marsh 9 (8) Short 1 (1)
Duffy into the attack for New Zealand
Ball 6 - The skipper ends the over with a hit towards covers for a couple of runs.
Ball 5 - He leaves the short delivery.
Ball 4 - Marsh goes down the ground for a SIX this time.
Ball 3 - Short comes in and goes down the ground for a single.
Ball 2 - Head loses his wicket trying to hit towards onside.
Ball 1 - A boundary by Head to start the over.
2:07 PM
New Zealand vs Australia LIVE SCORE UPDATES, 2nd T20: Head dismissed!
Duffy gets the breakthrough as Head is caught at point.
2:04 PM
New Zealand vs Australia LIVE SCORE UPDATES, 2nd T20: 2 runs from the over!
Over Summary 0 0 0 1 1 0; AUS 2/0 in 1 over; Mitch Marsh 1 (5) Travis Head 1 (1)
Henry begins the attack for New Zealand
Ball 6 - Marsh ends the over with a block
Ball 5 - Head gets off the mark with a single towards point.
Ball 4 - A hit towards covers as he gets off the mark with a single.
Ball 3 - The skipper hits it towards back point. No run
Ball 2 - He tries to hit it towards square but misses the bounce.
Ball 1 - Marsh is beaten outside off stump.
1:55 PM
New Zealand vs Australia LIVE SCORE UPDATES, 2nd T20: Action to begin soon!
We are less than 5 minutes away from the action to begin now as the fans wait is about to end at the Bay Oval.
1:53 PM
New Zealand vs Australia Playing 11 LIVE UPDATES, 2nd T20: 9-over game to be played!
The start is scheduled for 2 PM IST as a 9-over game per side will be played tonight if the weather allows that is.
1:42 PM
New Zealand vs Australia Playing 11 LIVE UPDATES, 2nd T20: Umpires out for inspection!
The umpires are out for inspection as things look positive now for a start soon.
1:21 PM
New Zealand vs Australia Playing 11 LIVE UPDATES, 2nd T20: Covers being taken off!
The covers are being taken off now as we might see a start in some time.
1:19 PM
New Zealand vs Australia Playing 11 LIVE UPDATES, 2nd T20: Rain stops at Bay Oval!
The rain has finally stopped at Bay Oval as the ground staff get tot work. Covers still placed firmly on the square though.
1:14 PM
New Zealand vs Australia Playing 11 LIVE UPDATES, 2nd T20: No updates as of now!
There is still no fresh update from the ground as the game continues to be delayed due to rain at the Bay Oval. Still time though for a short game of cricket.
12:50 PM
New Zealand vs Australia Playing 11 LIVE UPDATES, 2nd T20: Cut-off time for a 5-over game!
The cut-off time for a 5-over game is 10 PM local time (3:30 PM IST). Still a long time to go for the cut off time as fans hope the rain gods will do them a favour tonight.
12:44 PM
New Zealand vs Australia Playing 11 LIVE UPDATES, 2nd T20: Aussies close to retaining trophy?
We're set to lose more overs as the delay continues, and keep in mind, if this match ends without a result, Australia will retain the Chappell-Hadlee Trophy.
12:41 PM
New Zealand vs Australia Playing 11 LIVE UPDATES, 2nd T20: Rain comes back!
The rain returns to the ground as the square has been covered yet again by the ground staff.
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First Published: Oct 03 2025 | 10:58 AM IST
