The ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 continues on Wednesday, October 1, with the much-anticipated AUS-W vs NZ-W match at Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore. The game begins at 3:00 PM IST and is set to be an exciting contest as the defending champions Australia Women face their old rivals New Zealand Women.
AUS W vs NZ W Match Preview
Australia Women come into this World Cup as seven-time champions and once again start as strong favourites. Led by Alyssa Healy, they have a powerful batting unit and a balanced bowling attack with several world-class all-rounders who know how to deliver on big occasions.
New Zealand Women, captained by Sophie Devine, have faced a rough patch in recent months but remain a dangerous side with experienced stars like Amelia Kerr and Suzie Bates. A win here against the defending champions would give them a huge boost to kick off their campaign.
Team Form – Last 5 Matches
| Team | Last 5 Matches | Form Trend |
|---|---|---|
| Australia Women | W W L W W | ✅ ✅ ❌ ✅ ✅ |
| New Zealand Women | L L L L L | ❌ ❌ ❌ ❌ ❌ |
Australia arrive with momentum, while New Zealand look for a fresh start.
Head-to-Head Record (ODIs)
| Teams | Matches | AUS W Won | NZ W Won | Tied / NR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUS W vs NZ W | 135 | 102 | 31 | 2 |
Australia has dominated the rivalry over the years, but World Cup matches often bring surprises.
Probable Playing XI
Australia Women
Alyssa Healy (C & WK), Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Phoebe Litchfield, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Georgia Wareham, Alana King, Kim Garth, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland
Bench: Darcie Brown, Grace Harris
New Zealand Women
Suzie Bates, Sophie Devine (C), Amelia Kerr, Georgia Plimmer, Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (WK), Jess Kerr, Lea Tahuhu, Bree Illing, Flora Devonshire
Bench: Eden Carson, Hannah Rowe, Polly Inglis
Pitch Report – Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore
The pitch at Holkar is known to be batting-friendly with even bounce and short boundaries that reward stroke-makers. Fast bowlers may get some movement early on, but spinners often come into play in the middle overs. Dew in the evening can make batting easier while chasing.
- Average First-Innings Score: 260–270
- Best Suited For: Batters and spin-friendly middle overs.
Weather Report
- Conditions: Clear skies, little to no chance of rain
- Temperature: Around 27°C – 29°C
- Humidity: 60–65%, which could bring dew later in the evening
Expect a full, uninterrupted game.
Dream11 Fantasy Player Picks
| Player | Team | Role | Reason to Pick |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beth Mooney | AUS W | Wicket-keeper | Consistent top-order run-scorer |
| Isabella Gaze | NZ W | Wicket-keeper | Budget pick, useful if she bats higher |
| Ellyse Perry (C) | AUS W | Batter / All-rounder | Reliable run-getter, adds value with the ball |
| Suzie Bates | NZ W | Batter | Experienced ODI batter, key for NZ |
| Sophie Devine (VC) | NZ W | All-rounder | Explosive hitter, handy seam bowler |
| Amelia Kerr | NZ W | All-rounder | Must-have all-rounder – wickets + runs |
| Annabel Sutherland | AUS W | All-rounder | Good middle-order batting & medium pace |
| Ashleigh Gardner | AUS W | All-rounder | Game-changer with both bat and off-spin |
| Megan Schutt | AUS W | Bowler | New-ball specialist, good for early wickets |
| Kim Garth | AUS W | Bowler | Economical seamer who strikes at death |
| Jess Kerr | NZ W | Bowler | New-ball wicket-taker for NZ |
Captain and Vice-Captain Options
- Captain: Ellyse Perry
- Vice-Captain: Sophie Devine / Amelia Kerr
Injury Updates
Both teams are expected to be at full strength with no confirmed injuries at the time of writing. Final XIs will be announced after the toss.
Match Prediction
Australia Women look the stronger side on paper with depth in batting and world-class bowling options. Unless New Zealand’s experienced trio Devine, Bates, and Amelia Kerr produce something special, Australia Women are the favorites to win this encounter.
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