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Rain delays start of India-NZ Davis Cup tie

September 14, 2012 10:59 IST
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Early morning heavy showers delayed the start of the Davis Cup tie between India [ Images ] and New Zealand [ Images ] in Chandigarh on Friday.

Efforts are being made to dry the courts with the sun shining bright now. The officials will make a final inspection at 11:30 am before commencing play.

India's Yuki Bhambri [ Images ], ranked 179, is slated to play the first singles against Daniel King-Turner, who is ranked 382.

Vishnu [ Images ] Vardhan, ranked 262, then will take on Kiwi No 1Jose Statham, ranked 317 in the world.

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