Rain forced the cancellation of the first session on the second day of the Dhaka Test between Bangladesh and New Zealand on Thursday.

The weather forecast predicts further precipitation throughout the day, potentially jeopardizing any further play.

Bangladesh boasts a strong lead in the match, having amassed a first-innings advantage of 117 runs.

At the close of the first day, New Zealand were reeling at 55/5, with spinners dominating the proceedings. Spinners have accounted for 13 of the 15 wickets fallen so far.

Having secured victory in the first Test, Bangladesh entered the Dhaka Test with the aim of clinching the series. A series win would mark Bangladesh’s first-ever Test series triumph over New Zealand.