Hamilton, Nov. 10 -- The third ODI between India and New Zealand at Hamilton's Seddon Park has been called off due to rain.

India currently holds a 2-0 lead in the five-match series and the worst possible result for them is a series draw. Skipper Shubman Gill, along with KL Rahul, will be leaving for Test series preparations, with vice-captain Shreyas Iyer set to lead the side in the final two ODIs.

Earlier, Shubman Gill had won the toss and elected to field first.

All three games so far have been affected by rain.

In the first ODI, Kiwis posted Arshdeep Singh spearheaded India's bowling attack with an impressive four-wicket haul, while Gurnoor Brar (3/44 in 9.2 overs) claimed three wickets and Anshul Kamboj (2/22 in 10 overs) chipped...