New Zealand vs Australia T20I Match Called Off Due to Rain

Mount Maunganui, New Zealand – The second T20I between New Zealand and Australia, scheduled for October 3, 2025, at Bay Oval, has been called off due to rain after only 2.1 overs of play. New Zealand was looking to recover in the series after losing the first match, while Australia aimed to seal a series victory.

The match was delayed for over two hours due to rain and was ultimately reduced to 9 overs per side. Australia won the toss and opted to bat first. At the time of the stoppage, Australia was 16 runs for the loss of one wicket, with Mitchell Marsh scoring 9 runs from 8 balls.

In the first T20I, New Zealand had a shaky start, reaching 181 with Tim Robinson hitting an impressive unbeaten 106. However, Australia chased down the target with relative ease, led by Marsh’s explosive 85 off just 43 deliveries. If Australia had won the second match, they would have secured the series 2-0.

Fans at the Bay Oval were left disappointed by the weather, as they were hopeful of an exciting contest between the two rivals. The match’s cancellation means the series remains at 1-0 in favor of Australia with one match remaining, set to take place on October 4, 2025.

Australia retains the Chappell-Hadlee Trophy due to their victory in the previous series, adding further significance to the upcoming match.