Rain halts WC warm-ups

The ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 warmup match between South Africa and the West Indies in Bristol was abandoned because of rain, with only 12.4 overs of play possible yesterday.

South Africa reached 55 for no loss before play was first halted at 11.07 a.m.

They were twice able to return, adding 40 more runs, but further rain led to the match being called off at 4.10 p.m.

Meanwhile, the other warm-up game, between Pakistan and Bangladesh in Cardiff was abandoned without a ball being bowled because of heavy rain.

South Africa reached 55 for no loss before play was first halted at 11.07 a.m.

South Africa face hosts England at The Oval in the World Cup opener on Thursday (30), while the West Indies begin their tournament against Pakistan at Trent Bridge the following day.

Bangladesh’s first match is against South Africa at The Oval on June 2.

South Africa: 95/0 in 12.4 overs (H. Amla 51 n.o, Q. De Kock 37 n.o) v West Indies (BBC)