ENG vs NZ, Women’s World Cup 2025 Match Prediction: Who will win today’s match between England and New Zealand?

This penultimate meeting of the group stage presents a study in contrasts. England Women have already secured their place in the semi-finals, and their main focus will be on building momentum and refining their strategy ahead of the round of 16, possibly experimenting with their lineup. For the New Zealand womenofficially eliminated after a disappointing campaign marked by the weather and heavy defeats, this match is an opportunity to save their pride, to end their tournament in style and to salute captain Sophie Devine with dignity.

Nat Sciver-BruntThe England team demonstrated their championship pedigree as they navigated the group stage, but their campaign was not without its wobbles. Expect England to treat this as a crucial final dress rehearsal, looking for a complete performance to build confidence and secure a win ahead of the knockout stage.

The White Ferns endured a difficult tournament, often failing to form a unit. Their bowling attack was costly and the batting, while showing flashes of brilliance, struggled to gain depth and consistency.

ENG-W vs NZ-W, Women’s World Cup: Match Details

• Date and time: October 26; 11:00 IST / 05:30 GMT
• Place: ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam

Presentation report of the ACA-VDCA stadium

The ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam generally offers a balanced surface, although it is often considered hitter-friendly, with even bounce and real pace, allowing hitters to play their shots. The pitch is generally good for batting, especially early on. A score of around 270 in women’s ODIs is considered competitive. Fast bowlers can find early movement with the new ball, but will need to rely on knives and variations later. Spinners tend to become a more important factor as the match progresses, particularly in the intermediates, as the surface often becomes slower and offers grip and turn.

Squads

New Zealand women: Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (c), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (week), Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson, Hannah Rowe, Bree Illing, Polly Inglis, Bella James

England Women: Amy Jones (week), Tammy Beaumont, Heather KnightNat Sciver-Brunt (c), Sophia Dunkley, Emma Lamb, Alice Capsey, Charlotte Dean, Sophie Ecclestone, Linsey Smith, Lauren Bell, Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, Sarah Glenn, Em Arlott, Lauren Filer

ENG-W vs NZ-W, head-to-head record in ODIs

Matches played: 85 | New Zealand won: 37 | England won: 46 | Tied/No results:2

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ENG-W vs NZ-W, Women’s World Cup: Match of the Day Predictions

Case 1:

• England Women win the toss and bat first
• England women’s power play score: 50-60
  England Women’s Total Score: 280-300

Case 2:

• New Zealand women win the toss and bat first
• New Zealand women’s power play score: 40-50
• New Zealand women’s total score: 260-280

Match result: The team strikes first to win the game.

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This article was first published on WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.