NZ-W vs AUS-W: The stage is set for an exciting finale as New Zealand Women take on Australia Women in the third and final ODI of the series on December 23 at Basin Reserve, Wellington. While the Australian Women have already secured a series win with their DLS-assisted victory in the second ODI, the White Ferns will look to end their losing streak against their dominant rivals.
Match Details
- Match: 3rd ODI, New Zealand Women vs Australia Women
- Venue: Basin Reserve, Wellington
- Date & Time: Monday, December 23, 2024, 3:30 PM (Local Time)
Pitch Report
The Basin Reserve pitch is a batters’ paradise, offering excellent bounce and carry. Pacers might find some movement early on, but the true nature of the wicket favors stroke-making. Spinners can be effective due to the large boundaries. The average first-innings score is 245, and teams will aim for 280+ to feel secure.
Toss Prediction: Teams are likely to bowl first, leveraging the morning conditions to restrict the opposition.
Weather Conditions
Wellington will see partly cloudy skies, but rain is unlikely to interrupt play. Conditions will be ideal for a high-scoring contest.
Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 133
- Australia Women: 101 Wins
- New Zealand Women: 31 Wins
- Win %: Australia 75.37%, New Zealand 23.13%
Last Five Meetings
- December 21, 2024: AUS Women won by 65 runs (DLS method)
- December 19, 2024: Match abandoned
- March 13, 2022: AUS Women won by 141 runs
- April 10, 2021: AUS Women won by 21 runs
- April 7, 2021: AUS Women won by 71 runs
Recent Form
New Zealand Women: L, A, L, W, L
Australia Women: W, W, W, A, W
NZ-W vs AUS-W Team News
New Zealand Women
The White Ferns will aim to address their inconsistent batting performances. With Sophie Devine leading from the front, the team will rely on Amelia Kerr’s all-round abilities and Jess Kerr’s bowling to trouble the Australian lineup.
Unavailable Players: Jess Kerr (bench), Fran Jonas
Probable XI:
IC Gaze (wk), ML Green, SW Bates, BM Halliday, LR Down, SFM Devine (C), AC Kerr, Eden Carson, Molly Penfold, IR James, RA Mair
Australia Women
Australia, under Alyssa Healy’s captaincy, has been in red-hot form. Players like Beth Mooney and Annabel Sutherland have been consistent with the bat, while Ashleigh Gardner and Kim Garth continue to impress with the ball.
Unavailable Players: Georgia Wareham, Sophie Molineux
Probable XI:
BL Mooney (wk), Alyssa Healy (C), Phoebe Litchfield, EA Perry, A Sutherland, TM McGrath, A Gardner, ML Schutt, KJ Garth, A King, Darcie Brown
Key Players
New Zealand Women
- Sophie Devine: A seasoned campaigner who can turn the game with her aggressive batting and crucial spells.
- Amelia Kerr: Known for her all-round performances, she is a vital cog in the team’s setup.
- Jess Kerr: Consistently picking wickets with an impressive economy.
Australia Women
- Beth Mooney: A reliable batter with a strong record in ODI cricket.
- Annabel Sutherland: Consistent with both bat and ball, a key player for Australia.
- Ashleigh Gardner: The standout bowler in the series so far.
NZ-W vs AUS-W Fantasy XI
- Batters: SW Bates, BL Mooney, Alyssa Healy
- All-Rounders: Sophie Devine, Amelia Kerr, Annabel Sutherland, Ashleigh Gardner
- Bowlers: Jess Kerr, Kim Garth, Molly Penfold, Darcie Brown
- Captain: Sophie Devine
- Vice-Captain: Ashleigh Gardner
NZ-W vs AUS-W Match Prediction
Australia Women are clear favorites, given their superior form and head-to-head record. However, the White Ferns, playing at home, might spring a surprise if their key players step up. Expect a close contest with Australia likely to clinch the match and complete the series sweep.
Prediction: Australia Women to win
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