New Zealand A v England Lions game postponed to Saturday

The first one-day game between New Zealand A and the England Lions, scheduled for today at Fitzherbert Park, Palmerston North, has been postponed to tomorrow [Saturday 14 March].

The wicket block was affected by moisture after wet weather overnight in Palmerston North, but is expected to be in playable condition by tomorrow.

Match officials and both teams have agreed to the first game being played on Saturday. The second match will go ahead as scheduled on Monday at Palmerston North.