Heavy rain has delayed the start of the first Test between West Indies and Bangladesh at Arnos Vale, with play unlikely to start before lunch.

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Rain began prior to the scheduled start meaning no toss was made and the official teams have not been announced.

West Indies have been forced to field an ad-hoc side, with nine uncapped players in the squad of 15, after their first choice players boycotted the game in protest over contractual issues.

The match is the first of a two Test series with the tourists also playing three one-day internationals and a Twenty20 match.