New Zealand vs Sri Lanka World Cup 2023 Weather Updates: NZ Beat SL As Rain Stays Away in Bengaluru on November 9

NZ vs SL: Blackcaps Clinch Important Win!

New Zealand register important win over Sri Lanka with plenty of overs to spare as rain stays away in Bengaluru. This puts the Blackcaps in pole position for the fourth semifinal spot. They will still need to wait on Pakistan and Afghanistan results to confirm that spot to face India at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on November 15.

NZ vs SL: New Zealand Approach Target!

Rain stays away in Bengaluru as New Zealand get closer to the target of 172 as they reach 126 for 2 in 18 overs. A victory to New Zealand in quick time will mean it becomes challenging for Pakistan and Afghanistan to get topple the Blackcaps into the top four.

NZ vs SL: New Zealand Chase Starts On Time

New Zealand run chase of 172 also has started on time as Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra open the batting for the Blackcaps, while Dilshan Madhushanka takes the new ball for Sri Lanka.

NZ vs SL: Minimum Overs Required For Result

If it rains, New Zealand will hope they get to face at least 20 overs of the innings, which will be enough to decide the winner with theDuckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method coming into play. As the target for 50 overs in just 172, the Kiwis will need a very small target to chase in case rain plays spoilsport after 20 overs. But they will first need to ensure that they don't lose wickets in the powerplay.

NZ vs SL: Next Rain Threat

There is forecast for thunderstorm to start around 6 PM IST, but none of the weather apps or websites have got their predictions right so far today. Stay tuned for updates during New Zealand's run chase, which will start in just over 30 minutes.

NZ vs SL: Sri Lanka Innings Ends!

Sri Lanka innings ends at 171 in 46.4 overs without any interruption due to weather. New Zealand will hope it stays the same as they chase 172 in 50 overs to push themselves into pole position for the fourth semifinal spot.

NZ vs SL: Bengaluru Weather holds good for now

The Sri Lanka innings approaches end without any interruption as three hours of play passes and still there is no sign of rain in Bengaluru. SL reach 155/9 in 40 overs as the tail continues to frustrate the Blackcaps.

Brightest & clearest evening sky of the week in Bengaluru. City sky view from M Chinnaswamy Stadium#BengaluruRains #NZvSL #NZvsSL https://t.co/zBsQeHKeZR pic.twitter.com/cz1b8QZIA2

— Karnataka Weather (@Bnglrweatherman) November 9, 2023

NZ vs SL: 27 Overs Completed

Half way through the Sri Lankan innings has been completed and it has strated to get cloudy again in Bengaluru. However, New Zealand will be hopeful to finish the match before it rains as they have reduced Sri Lanka to 124 for 8 in 27 overs

NZ vs SL: Lanka lose six wickets!

After a few hours of hide & seek with the clouds, the Sun is out and shining bright in Bengaluru as New Zealand take the sixth wicket of Sri Lanka, who are 105 for 6 after 18 overs.

NZ vs SL: No sign of rain after an hour's play

Still no sign of rain as New Zealand reduce Sri Lanka to 85/5 in 13 overs with top five back in the pavilion.

NZ vs SL Match Underway!

Rain stays away for now as the match gets underway in Bengaluru. There is forecast for thunderstorm around 3 PM IST, but that also seems unlikely for now. However, there is a known saying of the Bengaluru weather being unpredictable. With grey clouds still around, there is every chance of rain. For now though, there is no rain and match starts on time.

NZ vs SL: Bengaluru Weather at 1:55 PM

Sun is out as players make their way out in the ground for the national anthem before the start of Sri Lanka's batting innings against New Zealand at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

NZ vs SL: Toss on time

With no rain in sight in cloudy Bengaluru, New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson wins the toss and opts to field first. The Kiwi captain sights the weather for his decision after his side lost in their last outing at the same venue despite posting 401.

NZ vs SL: Bengaluru Weather at 1:25 PM

The sun continues to play hide and seek on a cloudy day in Bengaluru, where there is still no sign of rain. The toss is also expected to take place at the scheduled time of 1:30 PM IST. By the latest pictures, it also looks like the play also will start on time.

NZ vs SL: Bengaluru Weather at 1 PM

Weather.com's prediction has not come true as covers are peeled off from the playing surface as toss time approaches. Still remains cloudy with the sun playing hide & seek at the venue. As it stands, there is no sign of rain.

NZ vs SL: No Rain, But Pitch Under Covers

It looks very cloudy and gloomy, but there is still no rain in sight. The pitches remain under covers as there is expectation for a spell of shower soon.

NZ vs SL: Bengaluru Weather at 12 PM

Period of clouds and sun with no rain in sight as yet. The temperature is currently 26° C with a 71 percent humidity. New Zealand will be hoping that the weather remains same, while Pakistan and Afghanistan fans will hope it changes soon.

Cloudy & cold day in #Bengaluru with slowly turning bright with sun trying to peep out

Chances remain the same with light to moderate (5-25mm) showers only, post late noon. The match is definitely on at M Chinnaswamy Stadium#BengaluruRains #NZvSL #NZvsSL #CWC23 #SLvsNZ #SLvNZ https://t.co/7igxK9QerV pic.twitter.com/3eLhi55MuW

— Karnataka Weather (@Bnglrweatherman) November 9, 2023

NZ vs SL: Bad Memories For The Kiwis

When the Blackcaps were in Bengaluru last time, they lost the match despite posting the highest total of 401 at the venue. Williamson's side suffered defeat thanks to rain. So, they will hope the weather gods are kind on them today as they search for their first win at tje venue, where they have lost all their four ODI outings so far.

NZ vs SL: Sun Plays Hide & Seek

The sun is playing hide and seek in Bengaluru as grey clouds begin to build in parts of the city. No rain as it stands, but it is likely to start anytime soon. There is prediction for a 30-40 minute spell of shower after 2:30 PM Local Time.

NZ vs SL: Bengaluru Weather at 11:15 AM

After a cloudy start to the morning, there is signs of some sunlight. Looks pleasant for now. There is forecast for rain before the start of play around 12:30 PM. As it stands, there is no sight of rain bar the morning light drizzle.

NZ vs SL: Bengaluru Weather At 10:30 AM

Still remains cloudy with small spots of drizzle, but as per weather forecast apps and websites, thunderstorm is expected to start anytime soon. So, stay tuned for further updates on the weather as New Zealand look to seal the fourth semifinal spot.

NZ vs SL: Bengaluru Weather At 9 AM

No sign of rain. It's currently cloudy with a very high humidity. There is 54 percent chance of thunderstorm and 90 percent chance of precipitation for later in the day.