Malaysian weather a new and big challenge for Black Sticks


IPOH: One day it’s the scorching heat, and another day it’s pouring rain for the New Zealand hockey team, who are trying their best to adapt to Malaysia’s unpredictable weather.

The Black Sticks had their fourth fixture at the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup with South Korea delayed due to a downpour after just one minute and 15 seconds of play.

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