umpires_durban_test.jpg The umpires and ground staff inspect the playing surface on the fourth day of play. Photo: ReutersA wet outfield again prevented play on the fourth day of the first test between South Africa and New Zealand in what is becoming an increasing embarrassment for the hosts. It is also the first winter test in Durban. A soggy draw seems inevitable with only one day left to play. The timing of the work is now under question as a similar process in Pretoria, where the second test is to be played next week, was completed in April.

Source: Otago Daily Times August 22, 2016 19:52 UTC