NZ-W vs SA-W, Women’s World Cup Match Prediction: Who will win today’s game between New Zealand Women and South Africa Women?

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Two wounded yet resolute teams – New Zealand and South Africa – will meet in Indore for the 7th match of the Women’s World Cup 2025. Both sides are desperate to get their campaigns back on track after disappointing starts, and this encounter offers a crucial chance to reset momentum early in the tournament.

New Zealand enter this fixture after a tough opening defeat to Australia. Despite flashes of promise from their top order, the White Ferns couldn’t cross the finishing line. The onus now lies on captain Sophie Devine and the experienced Suzie Bates to provide a solid platform, while Amelia Kerr‘s all-round brilliance remains key to New Zealand’s hopes.

South Africa, on the other hand, endured a demoralizing loss to England in their first match. Their batting failed to click as a unit, despite the presence of global stars such as Marizanne Kapp and skipper Laura Wolvaardt. The Proteas will need to regroup quickly to bounce back in the competition.

This contest also brings back memories of last year’s T20 World Cup final, where South Africa fell short against New Zealand. That heartbreak will serve as extra motivation for the Proteas, who will be eager to turn the tables this time around.

Matches Played: 20 | NZ-W won: 12 | SA-W won: 8 | No results: 0

The Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore is known for being a batting paradise, with true bounce, quick outfield, and short boundaries offering plenty of rewards for stroke-makers. Despite the likelihood of dew in the evening, teams winning the toss might still prefer to bat first and post a massive total on the board, as chasing under pressure on such a flat wicket can be equally challenging. Bowlers will have to rely on variations and discipline to make an impact on this belter of a surface.

New Zealand Women: Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (c), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (wk), Jess Kerr, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson, Bree Illing, Bella James, Hannah Rowe, Rosemary Mair, Polly Inglis

South Africa Women: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Marizanne Kapp, Anneke Bosch, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Masabata Klaas, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Annerie Dercksen, Nondumiso Shangase, Karabo Meso, Tumi Sekhukhune

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Match result: Team to bat first will win the game.

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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.