The 2nd ODI of the England Women’s Tour of New Zealand 2024 will see the clash between New Zealand Women and England Women at the Seddon Park, Hamilton on Thursday, 4April 2024. Keep reading to find out the NZ-W vs ENG-W Match Prediction 2nd ODI England Women’s tour of New Zealand 2024.
Match Preview
In the 1st ODI of the England Women’s tour of New Zealand, England secured a hard-fought victory over New Zealand Women by 4 wickets. New Zealand Women batted first, setting a target of 207 runs in 48.2 overs. Suzie Bates led the charge with a resilient half-century, scoring 50 runs off 74 deliveries, supported by Bernadine Bezuidenhout’s patient 35 off 62 balls. Captain Amelia Kerr contributed 24 runs off 36 balls. England’s bowling attack, led by Lauren Bell and Charlotte Dean, showcased discipline, with both claiming three wickets each, while Kate Cross added two crucial wickets to restrict New Zealand’s innings.
In response, England Women chased down the target, reaching 209/6 in 41.2 overs. Amy Jones played a crucial innings, scoring 92 runs off 83 balls, and anchoring the chase brilliantly. Charlotte Dean provided valuable support with 42 runs off 70 deliveries, and Maia Bouchier contributed a quickfire 31 off 31 balls. Despite the efforts of New Zealand Women’s captain Amelia Kerr and Jess Kerr, who both took two wickets each, England Women managed to secure the win. Lea Tahuhu also took a wicket but couldn’t prevent England from reaching the target.
The match showcased exceptional cricketing skills from both teams, with England Women emerging victorious in a closely contested encounter.
Team News
New Zealand Women Team News:
Currently, there are no new injury reports concerning the England Women’s team. Any changes in this regard will be swiftly communicated to all relevant parties without delay.
England Women Team News:
At present, there have been no updates regarding injuries within the New Zealand Women’s team. Any alterations to this status will be promptly communicated to all relevant parties.
The present form of teams
New Zealand Women:
In their recent five matches, New Zealand Women’s team form has been inconsistent. They lost their most recent two matches, indicating a slight dip in performance. Before that, they had a streak of three consecutive wins, suggesting they were in good form. However, their current pattern shows they might be facing some challenges that need to be addressed to maintain their momentum and consistency in upcoming matches.
England Women:
On the contrary, England Women’s team has displayed a more consistent performance in their recent five matches. They have won four out of their last five matches, showcasing a strong form overall. Although they encountered a loss in their most recent match, their previous victories demonstrate their ability to perform consistently and effectively. This consistent form indicates that England Women’s team is likely to be a formidable opponent in their upcoming matches, posing a tough challenge for their competitors.
Venue Stats
Seddon Park, Hamilton
Pitch Report for Today’s Match NZ-W vs ENG-W 2nd ODI
The pitch conditions favor balanced gameplay with an average for both pace and spin bowling. Teams typically score 209 runs in the first innings with 7 wickets falling at a strike rate of 81.79. In the second innings, the average score drops slightly to 180 runs, with 7 wickets falling at a marginally lower strike rate of 74.77. Overall, these pitches provide ideal conditions for batting with balanced opportunities for bowlers.
Weather Forecast for Today’s Match NZ-W vs ENG-W 2nd ODI
The current temperature in Hamilton, New Zealand, is 6.3°C with clear skies, accompanied by a full cloud cover. However, there’s no forecast of rain, as the chance stands at 0%. Wind speed is registered at 12.60 kmph. Despite the chilly conditions, the weather presents an excellent opportunity for an uninterrupted cricket match due to its clear and dry nature.
NZ-W vs ENG-W Predicted XIs for Today’s Match
New Zealand Women’s Predicted XI:
Suzie Bates, Bernadine Bezuidenhout, Amelia Kerr©, Georgia Plimmer, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Isabella Gaze(wk), Hannah Rowe, Jess Kerr, Lea Tahuhu, Fran Jonas
England Women’s Predicted XI:
Sophia Dunkley, Tammy Beaumont, Maia Bouchier, Heather Knight©, Amy Jones(wk), Danielle Gibson, Bess Heath, Charlie Dean, Sarah Glenn, Linsey Smith, Lauren Bell, Hollie Armitage
New Zealand Women vs England Women head-to-head:
Let’s have a look at the head-to-head record for the NZ-W vs ENG-W prediction. This will help us to understand who will win today’s England Women’s tour of New Zealand 2024 2nd ODI prediction or who has a higher chance of winning between New Zealand Women vs England Women.
NZ-W vs ENG-W head-to-head in T20I
NZ-W vs ENG-W Total Matches: 5
New Zealand Women Won: 3
England Women Won: 3
No Result: –
Tied:
NZ-W vs ENG-W Toss Prediction:
Given the batting-friendly conditions, the team winning the toss is likely to opt for batting first, consistent with the historical trend favoring batting teams. This decision capitalizes on the advantage of setting a target for the chasing team.
Here is our NZ-W vs ENG-W ODI Match Prediction
Case 1: If New Zealand Women bats first
First Innings score prediction: New Zealand Women will score 220-230
Result prediction: England Women will win the match by 5 wickets
Case 2: If England Women Bats First
First Innings score prediction: England Women will win the match by more than 250-260
Result prediction: England Women will win the match by 20-30 runs
NZ-W vs ENG-W Today Match Prediction:
England Women hold the top position in this series, while New Zealand Women, despite improvements, still trail far behind leading teams. England Women has more probability to win the match.
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