AUS-W vs NZ-W Pitch Report: Australia Women will face New Zealand Women in 2nd match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at the Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore, on 01 October 2025, at 15:00 IST.
Australia Women, the defending champions, will look to continue their dominance, while New Zealand Women aim to challenge the White Ferns’ supremacy.
Holkar Cricket Stadium Pitch Report – AUS-W vs NZ-W
The Holkar surface offers true bounce with a fast outfield, favouring aggressive stroke play. High totals are common, with 280–300 runs considered competitive in ODIs. Early overs may provide swing for seamers, but batting conditions remain excellent throughout.
Batting Conditions
Top-order batters like Alyssa Healy (AUS-W) and Suzie Bates (NZ-W) will benefit from true bounce and quick outfield. Short square boundaries make clearing the ropes easier, especially under lights.
Pace Bowling
New-ball bowlers such as Kim Garth (AUS-W) and Jess Kerr (NZ-W) can exploit early movement. Accuracy and line are key to containing runs in the power play.
Spin Bowling
Spinners like Alana King and Amelia Kerr will play crucial roles in the middle overs, maintaining control and building pressure.
Par Score (ODIs at Holkar): 280–300 runs
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Toss Prediction – AUS-W vs NZ-W
Teams winning the toss are likely to bat first. Setting a big total puts scoreboard pressure on the chasing side. Spin in the middle overs will decide the momentum
AUS-W vs NZ-W Weather Forecast – Guwahati (30 Sep, Afternoon)
The weather in Indore will be humid with cloudy intervals. A brief drizzle is possible in the afternoon, but no major interruptions are expected.
Hourly Outlook (Local Time – Indore:
| Time | Temp | Rain | Wind Speed | Wind Direction | Cloud Cover | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:30 | 28°C | 0% | 5 km/h | WNW | 49% | Good for batting, mild swing |
| 12:30 | 31°C | 0% | 6 km/h | WSW | 60% | Batting-friendly, sunny |
| 15:00 | 32°C | 0% | 5 km/h | SSW | 55% | Ideal for stroke play |
| 18:00 | 30°C | 0% | 4 km/h | NW | 70% | Cooling, good for spinners |
What Conditions Suggest – AUS-W vs NZ-W
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If Australia Women bat first: Expect Healy and Mooney to lead, aiming for 290–300.
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If New Zealand Women bat first, Suzie Bates and Sophie Devine need strong starts, with a total of 270–280 competitive.
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Key Factor: Spin in the middle overs will be crucial; teams handling spinners better may gain the edge
