AUS-W vs NZ-W Match Analysis
Australia Women vs New Zealand Women, 2nd Match of ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at Indore, Oct 01. The match is scheduled to start at 3:00 PM local time, promising an exciting clash between two of the strongest teams in women’s cricket.
Australian women have a formidable squad with a perfect mix of experience and youth. Their batting lineup boasts power hitters and technically sound batters capable of chasing or setting big totals.
New Zealand Women rely on their experienced campaigners like Sophie Devine and Suzie Bates to anchor the innings. They have a well-rounded team with young talents like Maddy Green and Bella James providing depth in batting.
Australia Women vs New Zealand Women Team Preview & Squads
Australia Women
Alyssa Healy leads Australia with an aggressive mindset and tactical acumen. She is also a reliable wicketkeeper and top-order batter. Her leadership has often helped Australia dominate high-pressure situations.
AUS batting depth is one of its strongest assets. Beth Mooney and Ellyse Perry can anchor or accelerate as needed. The middle order, including Ashleigh Gardner and Tahlia McGrath, ensures they rarely collapse under pressure.
The bowling attack combines pace, spin, and variations. Megan Schutt and Darcie Brown lead the pace attack with skill and aggression. All-rounders like Gardner and Molineux provide bowling options in crucial phases.
In their warm-up against England Women at Bengaluru on Sep 28, 2025, AUS posted 247 runs. England chased it successfully, scoring 251/6 in 44.3 overs. Australia fell short by 4 wickets with 33 balls remaining. Despite the loss, Australia showed aggressive batting and tactical bowling that can be refined for upcoming matches.
Australia Women’s Squads:
Australia Women
Alyssa Healy (c, wk), Darcie Brown, Ashleigh Gardner, Kim Garth, Heather Graham, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath, Sophie Molineux, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Voll, Georgia Wareham
New Zealand Women
Sophie Devine leads NZ with a calm and calculated approach. Her experience and aggressive batting style make her a crucial asset. She is supported by Suzie Bates, who brings leadership and stability to the side.
NZ has a strong top and middle order. Players like Maddy Green and Bella James provide consistency, while Devine can accelerate when required. The team relies on partnerships to build competitive totals.
Their bowling lineup balances pace and spin effectively. Lea Tahuhu and Jess Kerr lead the pace department, while Amelia Kerr and Brooke Halliday provide spin options. This variety makes them capable of defending totals or taking early wickets.
In the warm-up against India Women at Bengaluru on Sep 27, 2025, New Zealand scored 232/8 in 42 overs. India chased it with 237/6 in 40.2 overs via DLS. They lost by 4 wickets with 10 balls remaining. The match highlighted New Zealand Women’s batting resilience but exposed gaps in their bowling under pressure.
New Zealand Women’s Squads:
New Zealand Women
Sophie Devine (c), Suzie Bates, Eden Carson, Flora Devonshire, Isabella Gaze (wk), Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Bree Illing, Polly Inglis, Bella James, Amelia Kerr, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Georgia Plimmer, Lea Tahuhu
Match Details | ||
Match | Australia Women vs. New Zealand Women | 14th Match | ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 | |
Date | 01/10/2025 (Wednesday) | |
Time | 03:30 PM (BDT) / 02:30 PM GMT / 03:00 PM (INR) | |
Format | ODI | |
Venue | Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore | |
Recent performance | Australia Women – W W W L W | New Zealand Women – L L NR W W |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the Live Streaming Score on SLH (Sports Live Hub) | |
AUS-W vs NZ-W Outfield Report
The pitch at Indore is expected to be batting-friendly with consistent bounce. Short boundaries make it ideal for stroke play, but variable bounce could test timing. Bowlers who hit the deck hard can still extract movement and make early breakthroughs.
Weather conditions are likely to be warm, around 32–34°C, with moderate humidity. Clear skies are expected with minimal chances of rain interruptions. Daylight conditions should favor batters in the latter part of the innings.
Historically, teams batting first have scored between 230–270 runs. Chasing sides have comfortably chased totals around 240, while scores below 200 have often led to defeats. The highest individual score recorded here is 118, and the lowest team score is 128.
Australia Women vs New Zealand Women Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches
In the last five encounters, Australian Women have dominated with 3 wins, whilethe New Zealand Women have won 2 matches.
AUS-W vs NZ-W Prediction
Event | Australia Women | New Zealand Women |
Toss Winner | Australia Women | – |
Player of the Match | Beth Mooney | – |
Top Run Scorer | Beth Mooney | Maddy Green |
Top Wicket Taker | Alana King | Eden Carson |
Most Sixes | Beth Mooney | Maddy Green |
Predicted Score | 240+ | 230+ |
Win Probability | 52% | 48% |
According to cricket analysts Australia Women have a 52% chance of Winning.
Disclaimer: This cricket prediction reflects the author’s personal insights and analysis. We encourage readers to review the points shared and draw their own conclusions.
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