New ball pair Tim Southee and Trent Boult dramatically sliced through Sri Lanka's top order in the second test at Colombo, giving the Black Caps the edge.

New Zealand's hopes of posting a consolation win against Sri Lanka were shattered by rain as the fifth and final one-dayer was called off after 28.3 overs.

BJ Watling has perhaps been the only Black Cap to enhance his reputation in Sri Lanka, something he hopes to continue in tonight's final one-dayer.

New Zealand Cricket has today confirmed the worst-kept secret in the game with the appointment of former strike bowler Shane Bond as New Zealand bowling coach.