New Zealand women and England women are all set to continue their ongoing five-game T20I series as they gear up to face off in the second T20I at the Saxton Oval in Nelson on Friday, March 22. Both teams will aim to put in their best performance as the series starts to get interesting.
The first T20I saw England claim the victory after a dominant display in Dunedin. However, as the second clash rolls around, the hosts will aim to improve, level the score, and establish their dominance.
NZ-W vs ENG-W Match Details
Particulars | Match | Venue | Date & Time | Live Broadcast and Streaming Details |
Details | New Zealand Women vs England Women, 2nd T20I | Saxton Oval in Nelson | Friday, March 22, 5:30 AM IST | Amazon Prime Video India (app and website) |
Pitch Report
The Saxton Oval in Nelson is a surface that is heavily preferred by batters. A high-scoring encounter is almost always a guarantee at the venue, with the teams batting second emerging victorious the majority of the time. Opting to bowl first after winning the toss could prove to be an optimal decision.
Click here: NZ-W vs ENG-W Live Score, 2nd T20I
NZ-W vs ENG-W Head-to-Head Record
Matches Played | New Zealand Women won | England Women won |
31 | 7 | 24 |
NZ-W vs ENG-W Probable Playing XI
New Zealand Women:
Bernadine Bezuidenhout (wk), Suzie Bates, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (c), Maddy Green, Hannah Rowe, Isabella Gaze, Jess Kerr, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson, Fran Jonas
England Women:
Sophia Dunkley, Maia Bouchier, Tammy Beaumont, Heather Knight, Amy Jones (wk), Hollie Armitage, Danielle Gibson, Bess Health, Freya Kemp, Lauren Bell, Sarah Glenn
Probable Best Players
Probable Best Batter of the Match: Heather Knight
England women’s skipper Heather Knight could be the best batter in the second T20I of the ongoing series against New Zealand. Knight was exceptional in the first game of the series, and her knock of 63 runs was crucial to the visitors registering a win.
Probable Best Bowler of the Match: Lauren Bell
England’s Lauren Bell could be the best bowler in the second T20I of the series. With two wickets in the first clash, Bell impressed with her performance, and she will be keen on putting in a similar showing in the upcoming game as well.
Today’s Match Prediction: Team batting second to win the match
Scenario – 1
New Zealand Women win the toss and bowl
Powerplay Score – 35-45
First Innings Score – 170-180
New Zealand Women win the match
Scenario – 2
England Women win the toss and bowl
Powerplay Score – 40-50
First Innings Score – 180-190
England 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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