The opening match of the three-match T20 series between England and New Zealand was abandoned due to persistent rain in Christchurch.
After winning the toss, New Zealand elected to bowl first, restricting England to 153 for 6 in 20 overs.
All six Kiwi bowlers — Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, Kyle Jamieson, Mitchell Santner, James Neesham, and Michael Bracewell — took a wicket each.
England’s top scorer was Sam Curran, who remained unbeaten on 49.
Continuous showers prevented New Zealand’s chase, forcing the match to end with no result.
