Australia Women will face New Zealand Women in Match 2 of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at the Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore, on Wednesday, 1 October 2025. The match is scheduled to begin at 3:00 PM (IST). Both teams will aim to start the tournament strongly and set the tone for the group stage.
Probable Playing XIs
Australia Women (AUS-W): –
Georgia Voll, Phoebe Litchfield, Annabel Sutherland, Ashleigh Gardner, Ellyse Perry, Georgia Wareham, Heather Graham, Tahlia McGrath, Alyssa Healy (C, WK), Beth Mooney (WK), Alana King, Darcie Brown, Kim Garth, Megan Schutt, Sophie Molineux.
New Zealand Women (NZ-W): –
Brooke Halliday, Georgia Plimmer, Maddy Green, Amelia Kerr, Flora Devonshire, Jess Kerr, Sophie Devine (C), Suzie Bates, Bella James (WK), Izzy Gaze (WK), Polly Inglis (WK), Bree Illing, Eden Carson, Lea Tahuhu, Rosemary Mair.
Head-to-Head Stats
Australia Women and New Zealand Women share a strong rivalry in women’s cricket. In their last five T20 encounters, Australia have won three matches while New Zealand have won two. This match is expected to be competitive with high-quality cricket on display.
Pitch Report
The Holkar Cricket Stadium pitch generally provides good bounce and carry for pacers early in the innings, while batters who build innings patiently can score freely. Spinners are likely to play a key role in the middle overs, making it a balanced wicket for both teams.
Weather Forecast
Indore is expected to experience warm conditions with temperatures around 32–34°C and moderate humidity. There is minimal chance of rain, ensuring a full match is likely.
Prediction
Australia Women enter as favorites due to their experience and strong batting lineup. New Zealand Women will need disciplined bowling and sharp fielding to challenge them, but Australia’s consistency makes them slightly more likely to secure victory in Match 2.
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