ICC Women’s world cup 2025 heats up in India, the clash of Newzealand women vs South Africa women at Holkar Stadium indore promises to a thrilling contest. Both teams are looking to bounce back after disappointing starts , making this fixture a must win encounter that could shape their campaign trajectories.
Previews
Newzealand women enter in this match under slight pressure after a heavy loss to Australia, despite a fighting century from skipper Sophie Devine ,the white Frens bowling lacked penetration in the death overs, the team experienced core including Amelia Kerr , Suzi Bates and Lea Tahuhu will be expected to lift their game to keep their semifinal hopes alive .
On the other hand South Africa women are struggling with confidence after being bowled out on 69 against England , their top order lead by Laura Wolvaardt and Tazmin Brist both have in excellent form in recent series against Pakistan but not able find rhythm against England. In the middle Marizanne kapp, Chloe Tyron and sune Luss have to step up, while at lower order Anneke Bosch , Sinalo jafta and Nadine De Klerk have to contribute down the order , while in bowling Ayabonga Khaka and Nonkululeko Mlaba also need to take early wickets.
Head to Head Records in women’s world cup
Total matches played: 9
Newzealand won : 6
South Africa won : 3
Pitch Report
Holkar Stadium in Indore is known for its high-scoring conditions, with a true pitch and fast outfield that favour stroke play. Batters who settle early can cash in, but bowlers who hit the right lengths often find movement under lights. Dew is expected in the second innings, which may tilt the advantage toward the chasing side. Captains will likely prefer to bowl first, keeping the conditions in mind.
Probable XIs
Newzealand
Suzi Bates, Georgia plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (c), Brooke Haliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (wk), Jess kerr, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson, Bree Illing
South Africa
Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brist, Sune Luus, Marizanne kapp, Anneke Bosch, Sinalo jafta (wk), Chole Tryon, Nadine De Klerk, Ayabonga Khaka, Masabata klaas, Nonkululeko Mlaba
Key player to watch
Sophie Devine: an all rounder with a excellent record in world cup , this is her fifth world cup she scored 781 runs average 35.5 hit 3 centuries including 12 wickets.
Lea Tahuhu: she is the most experienced in bowling lineup in 98 ODIs taken 118 wickets , her ability to Swing the ball early and also in death overs with variations.
Laura Wolvaardt: she is been in excellent touch in recent series against Pakistan and make consistent run for the team, ability to anchor the innings makes her vital for team.
Marizanne kapp: with her all round ability change game very quickly with both bat and bowl she play a crucial role with bat in middle order help the team to put competitive total.
Prediction
In case 1
If Newzealand put 280 target,and strike early with new ball put pressure on middle order so Newzealand win by 30 runs.
If South Africa top order makes bigs scores then South Africa win by 4 wickets