Rain is forecast to disrupt play on the opening day of the first test between the Black Caps and Pakistan in Christchurch. According to Weatherwatch.co.nz, there is a 100% change of rain today in Christchurch. It doesn't look any better for day two of the test at Hagley Oval with the odds of rain dropping to 70%. It's been 31 years since New Zealand last beat Pakistan in a test series. They chase their sixth win in 30 clashes on home soil this week before heading to the second test in Hamilton.

Source: Otago Daily Times November 16, 2016 19:00 UTC