IND vs NZ ODIs: Rain has become an unwelcome feature of India's ongoing ODI series against New Zealand, with the weather interrupting all three matches so far. The opening encounter was shortened, the second ended with a DLS result, while the third ODI was abandoned without a ball being bowled. With India leading 2-0 in the five-match series, the fourth fixture carries significant importance. A victory would seal the series for the hosts, while New Zealand need a win to keep their hopes of drawing the contest alive. The big question ahead of Friday's clash is whether rain will once again have the final say.

There is, however, encouraging news from the weather department.

IND vs NZ 4th ODI: What Does The Weather Forecast Say

According to AccuWeather, Tauranga has just a 1% chance of precipitation on Friday, November 13.

The forecast is particularly encouraging for the afternoon, when the fourth ODI is scheduled to get underway.

If the prediction holds, fans could finally witness the first uninterrupted 50-over contest of the series.

After three successive weather interruptions, even a full day's play would come as a welcome relief for both teams.

India Face Squad Changes Ahead Of Crucial Clash

The build-up to the fourth ODI has also seen changes to India's squad.

Shubman Gill and KL Rahul have been withdrawn from the final two matches, with the team making adjustments ahead of the upcoming Test assignments.

Shreyas Iyer is set to lead the side, while Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma and Yash Thakur have been brought into the squad.

The availability of senior batsmen Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli has also attracted attention, with fans keen to see them in action.

India have the opportunity to wrap up the series with two matches still remaining. New Zealand, meanwhile, will be desperate to avoid another defeat.

For now, the forecast offers reason for optimism. Whether Tauranga delivers a full 100-over contest or rain once again disrupts proceedings will become clear on Friday.

The availability of senior batsmen Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli has also attracted attention, with fans keen to see them in action.

India have the opportunity to wrap up the series with two matches still remaining. New Zealand, meanwhile, will be desperate to avoid another defeat.

For now, the forecast offers reason for optimism. Whether Tauranga delivers a full 100-over contest or rain once again disrupts proceedings will become clear on Friday.