Rain delays start of New Zealand v Sri Lanka second test

Rain delayed the start of the opening day of the second test between New Zealand and Sri Lanka in Wellington on Friday.

Showers and high winds were forecast at the Basin Reserve, but organisers hope the weather improves so play can start in the afternoon.

New Zealand lead the two-test series 1-0 after Kane Williamson steered the hosts to a thrilling two-wicket win in Christchurch.

That first test defeat scuppered Sri Lanka's chances of making the World Test Championship final, handing the spot to India, who will face Australia.