India vs New Zealand: Will rain interrupt 2nd ODI in Eden Park, Auckland?

The 2nd ODI clash between India and New Zealand at Eden Park in Auckland is a must-win game for India. 

India's last two home series – against West Indies and Australia - came from 0-1 down to take the series 2-1. 

India could again pull-off another series win against New Zealand as the 5-0 whitewash in T20Is will be fresh in the Virat Kohli-led side’s memory. 

While the clash is important to both sides, could rain interrupt play?

Auckland weather:

According to AccuWeather, there are around 50% chances of rain in the afternoon and evening in Auckland. 

It will mostly remain cloudy throughout the 2nd ODI and rain could cause a mini stoppage in the game. However, there should not be any large bearing on the game. 

The temperature is likely to be between 18 and 24 degrees Celcius.

Venue insights of Eden park Auckland:

Highest team total: 340/5 by New Zealand against Australia in 2007

Lowest team total: 73 by New Zealand against Sri Lanka in 2007

Highest individual score: 146* by M Stoinis (AUS) against New Zealand in 2017

Biggest partnership: 196* MS Dhoni and Suresh Raina (IND) for 5th wicket against Zimbabwe

Best bowling figures: 6/28 by MA Starc (AUS) against New Zealand in 2015