Cricket: NZ team for South Africa named today

The 15-man New Zealand cricket squad to tour South Africa will be named later today.

The Black Caps embark on a three-match tour next week, with the first test at Centurion from April 15-19.

New Zealand were due to name the team after the final test against the West Indies in Napier, but persistent rain which has seen the third and fourth days washed out is set to continue tomorrow as the test heads towards a draw.

Match officials called play off today with the McLean Park outfield sodden.

Only 78.1 overs were bowled on the first two days leaving West Indies 256 for four in their first innings.

New Zealand lead the three match series 2-0.

- NZPA