New Zealand Women vs Australia Women Match Prediction – Who will win today’s 1st ODI match between NZ-W vs AUS-W?

In this article, we will be analyzing NZ-W vs AUS-W Match Prediction for the 1st ODI at the Basin Reserve, Wellington, on Thursday, December 19.

New Zealand Women (NZ-W) and Australia Women (AUS-W) kick off their series by facing off in the first ODI. Both sides will lock horns at the Basin Reserve, Wellington, on Thursday, December 19. It is worth noting that Australia women have been in excellent form as of late, winning their last five matches, and they will hope to carry that momentum into the upcoming series as well.

On the other hand, New Zealand women’s form has been dicey in the last few matches. The side has managed to win one of their last five games, and they will hope that they can turn it around in the clash against Australia.

Match Details

Pitch Report

The surface at the Basin Reserve in Wellington is one that is preferred by the bowlers. Pacers more than spinners take a liking to this pitch, and opting to bowl first after winning the toss and limiting the opponents to the lowest possible total could be a wise decision.

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Head-To-Head Record

Probable Playing XIs for NZ-W vs AUS-W

New Zealand Women (NZ-W):

Sophie Devine (C), Suzie Bates, Eden Carson, Lauren Down, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Bella James, Fran Jonas, Jess Kerr, Amelia Kerr, Rosemary Mair.

Australia Women (AUS-W):

Alyssa Healy (c), Tahlia McGrath (vc), Ashleigh Gardner, Kim Garth, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Voll.

Probable Top Performers from NZ-W vs AUS-W

Probable Best Batter: Sophie Devine

New Zealand women’s Sophie Devine could be the best batter in the first ODI against Australia women. Devine has been in good form as of late, scoring 303 runs in her last eight games. The hosts will hope for more of the same from her in the first ODI as well.

Probable Best Bowler: Ashleigh Gardner

Australia women’s Ashleigh Gardner could be the best bowler in the upcoming clash against New Zealand women. With 19 wickets in her last 10 matches, Gardner has been exceptional for her side and she will hope to put in another good showing in the next game as well.

Today’s Match Prediction: Australia women to win the match

Scenario 1

Australia women win the toss and opt to bowl first

Powerplay: 55-65

NZ-W: 230-240

Australia Women win the match

Scenario 2

New Zealand Women win the toss and opt to bowl first

Powerplay: 60-70

AUS-W: 250-260

Australia Women win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.