IND-W vs NZ-W Match Analysis
The 24th match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 will see India Women take on New Zealand Women at Navi Mumbai on October 23, 2025. The contest begins at 1:30 PM local time, and with both teams eyeing a crucial win to stay in contention for the semi-finals, the stakes couldn’t be higher.
India Women have looked solid throughout the tournament, powered by consistent batting performances from Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues. Harmanpreet Kaur’s leadership has brought tactical discipline, even in close defeats.
New Zealand Women, led by Sophie Devine, have found rhythm after a mixed start, building confidence from a dominant win over Bangladesh. Their top order, anchored by Amelia Kerr and Suzie Bates, looks in fine touch.
India Women vs New Zealand Women Team Preview & Squads
India Women
Harmanpreet Kaur remains India’s heartbeat — a fearless leader known for balancing aggression with game awareness. Her tactical nous and middle-order stability make her indispensable.
IND batting lineup is a strong mix of elegance and power. Smriti Mandhana’s stroke play at the top sets the tone, while Jemimah Rodrigues provides the glue in the middle order. Richa Ghosh’s finishing power and Deepti Sharma’s all-round ability ensure India bat deep.
The bowling attack revolves around Renuka Singh’s swing and Sneh Rana’s reliability in the middle overs. Deepti Sharma’s off-spin and Radha Yadav’s left-arm variation add variety to the attack. However, India’s death bowling remains a concern, especially against set batters.
In their previous clash against England Women at Indore, IND fell just short in a thrilling chase. England posted 288/8, powered by a balanced batting effort. India responded bravely, reaching 284/6, with Mandhana and Rodrigues leading the charge. Despite their effort, India lost by just 4 runs.
India Women’s Squad
India Women
Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Uma Chetry, Harleen Deol, Kranti Gaud, Richa Ghosh (wk), Amanjot Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Pratika Rawal, Sneh Rana, Arundhati Reddy, Renuka Singh, Jemimah Rodrigues, Deepti Sharma, Shree Charani, Radha Yadav.
New Zealand Women
Sophie Devine brings invaluable experience and composure to the White Ferns. Known for her explosive batting and sharp medium pace, she leads with intent and calm. Her duel with India’s spinners could be the game’s key tactical battle.
NZ batting is built around the proven class of Suzie Bates and the flair of Amelia Kerr. Maddy Green and Brooke Halliday offer stability in the middle, while Devine’s power-hitting provides a finishing punch. Their ability to build partnerships has been a big positive in this tournament.
Jess Kerr and Lea Tahuhu lead a disciplined pace unit that thrives on early wickets. Spinners like Eden Carson and Amelia Kerr add control and wicket-taking threat in the middle overs. The variety and balance of their bowling lineup give New Zealand an edge in diverse conditions.
In their last outing against Bangladesh Women at Guwahati, NZ dominated from start to finish. They posted 227/9 in 50 overs, led by Amelia Kerr’s composed innings. Their bowlers were clinical, bundling Bangladesh out for just 127 in under 40 overs. The 100-run victory underlined their improvement and confidence heading into this match.
New Zealand Women’s Squad
New Zealand Women
Sophie Devine (c), Suzie Bates, Eden Carson, Isabella Gaze (wk), Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Bree Illing, Polly Inglis, Bella James, Amelia Kerr, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Georgia Plimmer, Hannah Rowe, Lea Tahuhu.
Match Details | ||
Match | India Women vs New Zealand Women | 24th Match | ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 | |
Date | 23/10/2025 (Thursday) | |
Time | 03:30 PM (BDT) / 02:30 PM (PKT) / 03:00 PM (INR) | |
Format | ODI | |
Venue | Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai | |
Recent performance | India Women – W W L L L | New Zealand Women – L L W NR NR |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the Live Stream on Sports Live Hub(SLH) | |
IND-W vs NZ-W Outfield Report
Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
The Navi Mumbai surface typically offers a balance between bat and ball. Early swing and some turn for spinners are expected, but batters who settle in can score freely. The toss might play a crucial role, with chasing becoming slightly tougher under lights.
Expect warm and humid conditions with temperatures around 31°C and moderate dew in the evening. The humidity could challenge bowlers with grip, favoring teams that manage the ball better under lights. No major rain threat is predicted, ensuring a full contest.
Historically, scores around 260–280 have been par when batting first at this venue. Chasing teams have occasionally struggled due to the slowing surface in the second innings. A total beyond 290 could prove match-winning if the bowlers maintain discipline.
India Women vs New Zealand Women Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches
In their last five encounters, India Women lead 3–2 against New Zealand Women. However, the contests have been closely fought.
IND-W vs NZ-W Prediction
Event | India Women | New Zealand Women |
Toss Winner | – | New Zealand Women |
Player of the Match | – | Brooke Halliday |
Top Run Scorer | Smriti Mandhana | Brooke Halliday |
Top Wicket Taker | Deepti Sharma | Jess Kerr |
Most Sixes | Smriti Mandhana | Brooke Halliday |
Predicted Score | 240+ | 250+ |
Win Probability | 48% | 52% |
According to cricket analysts New Zealand 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.
Want to stay one step ahead in the cricket world?
At JeetBuzz News, discover in-depth Match Predictions, expert analysis, and real-time updates on all your favorite fixtures. Don’t just follow the game—dive into the action with us today!
