IND vs NZ 2nd ODI Live: Toss delayed due to rain, next inspection at 7:45 AM

NewsSportsCricketIND vs NZ 2nd ODI Live: Toss delayed due to rain, next inspection at 7:45 AMIND vs NZIndia (IND) vs New Zealand (NZ) Live score and updates, 2nd ODI: Rain has been falling in Wellington since morning, with the covers still firmly on at the Hnry Stadium and threatening to delay the start of the second ODI. India will hope the weather clears as they look to build on their opening win, while New Zealand seek to level the series. India’s young pace attack will once again be in focus after an impressive showing in Auckland....Read MoreIndia (IND)vs New Zealand (NZ) live score, 2nd ODI. (Photo: PTI) Hi and welcome to India Today's live coverage of New Zealand vs India, 2nd ODI in Wellington. Nov 7, 2026 07:31 ISTNZ vs IND Live: Some good news! Next inspection at 7:45 AMThere is a bit of encouragement in Wellington as the rain has stopped once again. The on-field umpires have come out and had a brief chat with the groundstaff, with the match referee also present. The next inspection is scheduled for 7:45 am IST. Hopefully, the weather stays clear long enough for the officials to assess the conditions. Fans await 2nd ODI action in Wellington. (ScreenGrab: SonyLiv) Nov 7, 2026 07:17 ISTNZ vs IND Live: Rain returns just as inspection was dueJust when things were beginning to look promising, the rain has returned in Wellington! The umpires were heading out to inspect the conditions, but the showers have forced the ground staff to bring the covers firmly back on. Not the news anyone wanted, and the wait for the toss continues. Covers back on in Wellington.Nov 7, 2026 07:05 ISTNZ vs IND Live: Team newsIndia could make a change to their pace attack, with Mohammed Siraj back in contention after completing his assignment against New Zealand A. He could come in for Auqib Nabi, while Gurnoor Brar and Anshul Kamboj are expected to retain their places after impressing in Auckland. New Zealand, meanwhile, will be without Devon Conway, who has been ruled out of the remaining ODIs due to concussion. Nick Kelly has joined the squad, but Tim Seifert is likely to continue opening alongside Will Young. Matt Henry is also in line for a return after clearing concussion protocols. Nov 7, 2026 07:00 IST2nd ODI Live: Toss delayed as rain disrupts startWe have a delay in Wellington. The rain has stopped and the sun is now out, but the ground staff are still working to clear the excess water around the boundary. The covers have been on, with the supersopper also doing its rounds. The toss has officially been delayed, and the umpires are set to inspect conditions at 2.30 pm local time. At least, the weather is finally showing some signs of improvement! Toss delayed. Next inspection at 7:00 am IST Nov 7, 2026 06:59 ISTNZ vs IND Live: How India took 1-0 lead with Auckland winIndia made a winning start to the series in Auckland, chasing down a revised target of 167 to beat New Zealand by five wickets. Virat Kohli led the way with a superb 74 off 51 balls, sharing a 113-run stand with Shubman Gill, who contributed 37. The chase was interrupted by rain on multiple occasions, and India did lose a few wickets towards the end, but they eventually got over the line in 22.4 overs. Kohli's innings proved the difference as India took a 1-0 lead.Nov 7, 2026 06:58 ISTAll geared up for 2nd ODIGood morning, folks! We're back for the second ODI between India and New Zealand, but the weather in Wellington has already become a talking point. Rain has been falling since morning, and the covers remain on at the Hnry Stadium, raising concerns over a delayed start. India will be hoping the skies clear soon as they look to take a 2-0 lead in the series, while New Zealand have plenty to play for after their defeat in Auckland. Stay with us for all the latest updates from Wellington!