New Zealand Women vs Australia Women Match Prediction – Who will win today’s 2nd ODI match between NZ-W vs AUS-W?

New Zealand Women (NZ-W) and Australia Women (AUS-W) continue their three-match ODI series by locking horns for the second time at the Basin Reserve in Wellington, on Saturday, December 21.

The first game between the two at the same venue was abandoned without a bowl being bowled. Both sides will take the field and look to get the desired results. The hosts are coming off a series defeat at the hands of India and will look to correct their mistakes. On the other hand, Australia hosted India at home earlier this month and secured a 3–0 series win.

Also Check: NZ-W vs AUS-W, 2nd ODI – Live Cricket Score

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.

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 & WK), 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 upcoming ODI against Australia Women. Devine has been in good touch as of late, scoring 303 runs in her last eight games. The hosts will hope for more of the same from her in the second 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 in good form for her side, and she will hope to put in another good showing in the next game as well.

Today’s Match Prediction: Team Bowling first to win the match

Scenario 1

New Zealand Women win the toss and opt to bowl first

Powerplay: 50-60

AUS-W: 230-240

New Zealand Women win the match

Scenario 2

Australia Women win the toss and opt to bowl first

Powerplay: 40-50

NZ-W: 220-230

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.

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