New Zealand Women and Australia Women face off in the opening match of the T20I series at the Great Barrier Reef Arena, with both teams aiming to make a strong start.
Australia Women Preview
Australia Women, playing at home, will be eager to capitalize on their familiarity with the conditions. Their batting lineup, led by Alyssa Healy and Beth Mooney, has shown promise, while their bowling attack, spearheaded by Megan Schutt and Annabel Sutherland, has been effective.
Australia Predicted Playing XI:
Alyssa Healy (c & wk), Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Grace Harris, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Wareham, Sophie Molineux, Tayla Vlaeminck, Megan Schutt
New Zealand Women Preview
New Zealand Women, coming off a disappointing tour of England, will be looking to bounce back. Their batting lineup, led by Suzie Bates and Amelia Kerr, has shown promise, while their bowling attack, spearheaded by Lea Tahuhu and Jess Kerr, has been effective.
New Zealand Predicted Playing XI:
Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (c), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (wk), Jess Kerr, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson, Fran Jonas
Key Players
- Australia Women: Alyssa Healy, Beth Mooney, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland
- New Zealand Women: Suzie Bates, Amelia Kerr, Lea Tahuhu, Jess Kerr
Australia Women T20 Stats and History
Total Match Played = 186
Won = 127
Loss = 51
No Result = 8
Tie = 0
New Zealand Women T20 Stats and History
Total Match Played = 171
Won = 93
Loss = 69
No Result = 9
Tie = 0
Australia Women vs New Zealand Women head-to-head stats
Total Match Played = 49
Australia Women won = 26
New Zealand Women won = 21
No Result = 2
Pitch and Conditions
The Great Barrier Reef Arena pitch is expected to offer a balance between bat and ball, with good conditions for both batting and bowling. The weather forecast suggests cloudy conditions with intermittent rain, which could affect the match.
Match Prediction
Australia Women, with their home advantage and strong squad, are favorites to win this match. However, New Zealand Women will be eager to prove their worth and can’t be ruled out.
Winner: Australia Women Will Win
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