Cricket: White Ferns go down heavily to Australia

7.35pm

The weather has failed to save the White Ferns from a hefty defeat in the second Rosebowl women's cricket series clash against Australia in Hamilton.

An electrical storm forced the players off the field earlier in the afternoon, putting the brakes on the Australian chase for a paltry 153 for victory.

However, the skies cleared, and the visitors cruised to an easy win, reaching 153-2 with more than 11 overs to spare.

Karen Rolton finished unbeaten on 60 for the Australians who now lead the series 2-nil.

- Newstalk ZB