US, Nov. 12 -- Rain had the final say in the third ODI between New Zealand and India here at Seddon Park as the contest was called off without a ball being bowled.

The five-game series currently stands at 2-0 in favor of India, with the remaining two games to be played on Friday and Sunday.

The contest was already under a weather cloud following heavy rainfall in the city over the last 12 hours. Although the rain had briefly stopped and ground staff were working to get the playing area ready, another spell of showers forced the covers back onto the square, further delaying the scheduled toss.

However, after a two-hour delay due to rain and a wet outfield, the toss finally took place in the middle as India elected to bowl for the third...