Arthur: Rain is disappointing

JOHANNESBURG - Proteas coach Mickey Arthur probably echoed the feelings of both camps when he said he was disappointed that the first of five one-day internationals between South Africa and England had been washed out at the Wannderers on Friday.

"It is very frustrating. We were looking forward to getting stuck into the series," Arthur said.

"We felt we picked up good momentum in the Standard Bank Pro20 Series and our players are raring to go."

Spectators holding tickets to Friday's match will be able to claim a refund. The details of the procedure for refunds will be announced early next week.