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Play was abandoned without a ball being bowled on the opening day of the second and final Test between England and New Zealand at Headingley due to persistent rain.
The downpours left the outfield saturated on a chilly day.
A better forecast is in prospect for the weekend with sunny spells and warmer temperatures.
England won the first Test by 170 runs at Lord's.
PHOTOS: Rain plays spoilsport at Headingley
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The covers remain on as rain delays the start of day one of 2nd Investec Test match between England and New Zealand at Headingley.
PHOTOS: Rain plays spoilsport at Headingley
Photographs: Gareth Copley/Getty Images
England captain Alastair Cook speaks with groundsman as rain delays play on day one of 2nd Investec Test match between England and New Zealand at Headingley
PHOTOS: Rain plays spoilsport at Headingley
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Stuart Broad of England signs autographs as rain prevents play starting on day one of the 2nd Investec Test match between England and New Zealand at Headingley.
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