NZ-W vs PAK-W Match Analysis
A pivotal clash awaits in Colombo as New Zealand Women take on Pakistan Women in the 19th match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. With group-stage equations tightening, both teams will eye crucial points to stay alive in the semi-final race.
New Zealand Women have shown steady progress in the tournament with a disciplined mix of experience and youth. Their top order, led by seasoned campaigners like Suzie Bates and Sophie Devine, provides stability, while Amelia Kerr continues to shine as their most complete cricketer.
Pakistan Women, led by the young and fiery Fatima Sana, have struggled for consistency but remain a dangerous side when their bowling clicks. Their batting has shown glimpses of potential, though collapses under pressure remain a major concern.
New Zealand Women vs Pakistan Women Team Preview & Squads
New Zealand Women
Sophie Devine continues to lead from the front with her aggressive batting and intelligent bowling changes. Her leadership has been instrumental in maintaining New Zealand’s calm under pressure.
The NZ boast a seasoned top order with Bates, Green, and Amelia Kerr offering both solidity and stroke play. Down the order, Brooke Halliday and Maddy Green ensure the run rate rarely dips. Their batting lineup can stretch deep, allowing freedom in the power plays.
Led by the Kerr sisters, the bowling unit has found excellent rhythm with spin and pace in tandem. Jess Kerr’s control with the new ball has been vital, while Lea Tahuhu’s pace continues to rattle top orders. Eden Carson’s spin offers the perfect complement on subcontinental tracks.
In their last outing against Bangladesh, NZ posted 227/9 in 50 overs, thanks to a composed 70 from Amelia Kerr. Their bowlers then completely dominated, bowling out Bangladesh for 127 in just under 40 overs. Jess Kerr and Eden Carson shared key wickets as the White Ferns sealed a 100-run victory.
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.
Pakistan Women
Fatima Sana’s leadership marks a refreshing change — proactive, bold, and team-oriented. Despite her young age, she leads by example with both bat and ball, often taking responsibility in crunch moments.
PAK batting has shown flashes of brilliance but remains inconsistent in the middle overs. Muneeba Ali and Sidra Amin are the key anchors, while Eyman Fatima adds youthful aggression.
Bowling remains PAK’s strongest suit, driven by spinners like Nashra Sandhu and Sadia Iqbal who thrive on slow surfaces. Diana Baig’s pace and Fatima Sana’s control add versatility to their attack.
Against Australia Women in their previous match (9th Match at Colombo), Pakistan were outplayed despite a disciplined start with the ball. Australia posted 221/9, but Pakistan faltered in reply, folding for 114 in 36.3 overs. Fatima Sana picked up two wickets, while Nashra Sandhu provided good control in the middle overs.
Pakistan Women’s Squad
Pakistan Women
Fatima Sana (c), Aliya Riaz, Diana Baig, Eyman Fatima, Muneeba Ali, Nashra Sandhu, Natalia Pervaiz, Omaima Sohail, Rameen Shamim, Sadaf Shamas, Sadia Iqbal, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Sidra Amin, Sidra Nawaz (wk), Syeda Aroob Shah.
Match Details | ||
Match | New Zealand Women vs Pakistan Women | 19th Match | ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 | |
Date | 18/10/2025 (Saturday) | |
Time | 03:30 PM (BDT) / 02:30 PM (PKT) / 03:00 PM (INR) | |
Format | ODI | |
Venue | R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | |
Recent performance | New Zealand Women – W L L W NR | Pakistan Women – W L L L NR |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the Live Stream on Sports Live Hub(SLH) | |
NZ-W vs PAK-W Outfield Report
R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
The Colombo surface has been dry and slow, assisting spinners from both sides. Batting early could be easier before the pitch begins to grip in the second innings. Expect a score between 230–250 to be competitive.
The forecast predicts hot and humid conditions around 31°C with light cloud cover. A late afternoon breeze may offer minimal swing, but dew could play a factor under lights. Teams winning the toss might prefer batting first to avoid slippery conditions later.
Historically, the Colombo track sees first innings scores around 240–260, with chasing often proving tricky beyond 250. The lowest defended total here in recent tournaments has been 210. Anything below 200 could be tough to defend against an in-form New Zealand side.
New Zealand Women vs Pakistan Women Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches
New Zealand holds a clear upper hand, winning four of their last five encounters against Pakistan in ODIs.
NZ-W vs PAK-W Prediction
Event | New Zealand Women | Pakistan Women |
Toss Winner | New Zealand Women | – |
Player of the Match | Sophie Devine | – |
Top Run Scorer | Sophie Devine | Sidra Amin |
Top Wicket Taker | Jess Kerr | Nashra Sandhu |
Most Sixes | Sophie Devine | Sidra Amin |
Predicted Score | 260+ | 220+ |
Win Probability | 55% | 45% |
According to cricket analysts New Zealand Women have a 55% 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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