Predicting NZ-W’s Playing XI for the 7th Match against SA-W in ICC Women’s World Cup 2025

After a difficult opening two matches of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, New Zealand Women aim to get back on track against South Africa Women in their 7th match. After losing to Australia by 89 runs in Indore, the White Ferns will look to find the best blend of experience and form to get back on track in the tournament. Here’s the predicted NZ-W XI based on current performances.

Openers

Even with her rare failure in the last match, Suzie Bates still has to be on the radar as an opener. With her extensive experience and ability to anchor the innings, having Bates at the start means New Zealand has a level of security.

Amelia Kerr should partner with Bates as she has scored a steady 33 off 56 balls against Australia. While she couldn’t be able to go on to make big scores, both her technique and ability to handle both spin and pace make her a reliable pick at the top.

Middle Order

Sophie Devine, at No 3, has continued to be the engine Room of the batting line-up. Her decision to go to the 112 in 112 balls vs Australia demonstrated exactly why she is rated as one of the best all-round batters in world cricket. Devine showed the combination of power and patience skillfully with 12 fours and 3 sixes.

Brooke Halliday sneaked in as well with a 28 in 38 balls in the middle order. Halliday kept her attacking instinct in check and supported Devine during a specific partnership. Halliday can be turned to fire in the middle overs of an innings and finish at the end with precious runs, providing stability to the batting line-up.

All-Rounders

Maddy Green and Lea Tahuhu are New Zealand all-rounders who provide great strength to the order of play. Green scored a quickfire 20 runs off 18 balls, demonstrating attacking intent that can be significant in the middle overs.

Lea Tahuhu was arguably the best of New Zealand’s bowlers against Australia, taking 3/42. Tahuhu possesses both solid all-rounder value with the ball and lower-order hitting. Tahuhu can swing the new ball along with breaking partnerships at critical times, which can transfer momentum to New Zealand during the match.

Bowlers

Jess Kerr and Bree Illing should continue to lead the way with the ball. Jess bowled beautifully and finished with 3-59. Her accuracy and movement were a nightmare for the Australian batters. The top-order gets good starts for South Africa, so Jess removing top-order batters is of utmost importance.

Bree Illing went 2-75 at a few too many runs, but she had moments that made you say whoops and produced breakthroughs with her bowling. Her variation and aggression make her a new ball option, too.

The likely NZ lineup includes seasoned middle order batters Bates, Devine, and Tahuhu alongside the emerging duo Amelia and Jess Kerr. Establishing solid partnerships at the top of the order and obtaining early wickets will be key as the White Ferns seek some redemption against South Africa in a huge World Cup game.

FAQs

1. Who is expected to open for the New Zealand Women against South Africa?

Suzie Bates and Amelia Kerr are likely to open the innings.

2. Who was New Zealand’s top performer in the previous match against Australia?

Sophie Devine scored a brilliant 112 off 112 balls.

3. Which all-rounders are expected to feature in NZ-W’s playing XI?

Maddy Green and Lea Tahuhu are the key all-rounders expected to play.

Disclaimer: This Exclusive News is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

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