Adrian Seconi

The rain washed away more than the opportunity to crown a series winner — it robbed a fresh-looking White Ferns lineup of the chance to put themselves under more pressure.

Jacob Duffy has wondered whether he is the new Matt Henry.

White Ferns wicketkeeper Polly Inglis quit hockey to pursue cricket and almost gave up on that when she caught the travel bug.

Otago registered their first win in the Plunket Shield in just over a year with a 70-run victory against Central Districts at Molyneux Park yesterday.

The newbies shone for Otago yesterday.

It is clear what the Otago Nuggets need following their 98-70 loss to the Southland Sharks in Dunedin tonight.

A late wicket has left Otago with a steeper hurdle to clear today.