TOP STORIES

NZ-W vs ENG-W 3rd ODI: New Zealand look to salvage pride after series loss

Saturday, 06-Apr-2024
News

After taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series, England Women will be crossing the swords with New Zealand Women in the third and final ODI on Sunday at Seddon Park in Hamilton. England’s dominant performance against White Ferns has put them on the back foot as they desperately eye their first win.

England Women have showcased dominance and skill throughout the series, displaying their prowess in both batting and bowling departments. Helped by seasoned players Heather Knight, Tammy Beaumont, and Nat-Sciver Brunt, England have exhibited exceptional teamwork and strategic gameplay. 

Their comprehensive victories in the first two ODIs have highlighted their depth and versatility, leaving New Zealand with an uphill battle in the final encounter.

On the other hand, New Zealand Women, despite facing defeats in the initial matches, have fought back, but to no avail. With players like Suzie Bates, Brooke Halliday and Amelia Kerr, New Zealand possess the talent and will be determined to turn the tables in their favour. The final ODI presents a golden opportunity for them to salvage pride and end the series on a positive note.

NZ-W Probable XI: Suzie Bates, Sophie Devine (c) Amelia Kerr, Georgia Plimmer, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Isabella Gaze (wk), Hannah Rowe, Jess Kerr, Lea Tahuhu, Fran Jonas

ENG-W Probable XI: Tammy Beaumont, Maia Bouchier, Heather Knight (c), Nat Sciver-Brunt, Alice Capsey, Danielle Wyatt, Amy Jones (wk), Sophie Ecclestone, Charlotte Dean, Kate Cross, Lauren Bell

 

Tags

More News

News

Suryakumar Yadav delivers major fitness update ahead of Asia Cup

41 mins ago

In the run-up to the Asia Cup 2025, India's T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav has provided a critical fitness update, saying he is in good spirit. SKY, who will be leading team India at the blockbuster event, was at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru over the last couple of weeks. He revealed how a disciplined rehab and a step by step appro...


News

"His contributions are no less than Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma": R Ashwin on Cheteshwar Pujara

18 hrs ago

India star batter Cheteshwar Pujara on Sunday retired from all forms of cricket, putting an end to a more than decade-long career. He represented India in 103 test matches, scoring 7,195 runs, including 19 centuries and 35 half centuries. He ended his Test career as India’s eighth-highest run-scorer. In his white-ball career, Pujara played


News

Netherlands call up 17-year-old Cedric de Lange for Bangladesh T20Is

20 hrs ago

Netherlands have made three changes to their squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Bangladesh beginning August 30. They have handed a maiden call-up to 17-year-old batter Cedric de Lange, who has earned his place on the back of impressive performances at the Under-19 level and in domestic T20s. Netherlands have also recalled Se...


News

Mohammed Siraj talks about aggression, credits Virat Kohli

21 hrs ago

Despite Virat Kohli not being part of India's recently concluded five-match Test series against England, there was no dearth of aggression throughout the series, with fired-up Mohammed Siraj keeping the intensity high. Siraj played a massive role in helping India level the five-match series 2-2 following a spectacular six-run win in the final Test. He was remar...


News

Zimbabwe confirm squad for Sri Lanka ODIs, Brendan Taylor makes comeback

23 hrs ago

Zimbabwe have announced their squad for the upcoming two-match ODI series against Sri Lanka, slated to be played on August 29 and 31 at the Harare Sports Club. Craig Ervine will lead the side that also includes experienced players Johnathan Campbell, Sikandar Raza, and Sean Williams. Most notably, wicketkeeper-batter Br...