NZ-W vs AU-W Pitch Report, Match 1st, Australia Women tour of New Zealand, 2025
The 2nd T20I match of the NZ-W vs AU-W of Australia Women’s tour of New Zealand, 2025 will take place at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui. The New Zealand Women will face off against the Australian women. In this article, we’ll share details about the pitch conditions, pitch stats, and player performances at this venue.
Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui Pitch Report
Bay Oval offers a balanced pitch with good bounce for batters, early swing for pacers, and spin assistance later. Chasing teams often have an advantage due to dew, with an average first-inning score of 160-170.
Recent T20 Trends –
Recent T20 matches at Bay Oval have seen high-scoring games, with teams frequently crossing 170+. Pacers dominate early, but spinners become effective as the game progresses.
Pace & Bounce Factor –
Bay Oval provides good pace and bounce, benefiting fast bowlers in the early overs. The true bounce helps batters play their shots confidently. As the game progresses, spinners may also find some assistance.
Dew Factor –
Dew at Bay Oval is usually moderate but can increase in night matches, making gripping the ball difficult for spinners. Teams winning the toss may prefer chasing due to better batting conditions later.
NZ-W vs AU-W IPL 2025 Match Details & Preview:
| Match | NZ-W vs AU-W |
|---|---|
| Date | 22 March 2025 |
| Time | 07:30 PM IST |
| Ground | Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, Kolkata |
| Live Score | NZ-W vs AU-W Live Score |
New Zealand Women will rely on their experienced players like Sophie Devine and Suzie Bates to lead the batting attack. Amelia Kerr’s all-round skills add balance to the squad, while Lea Tahuhu spearheads the pace bowling. Playing at home, NZ-W will look to dominate with a mix of aggressive batting and disciplined bowling.
Australia Women, the reigning champions, have a power-packed squad led by Alyssa Healy. Their batting unit, featuring Beth Mooney and Ellyse Perry, is among the best in the world. With Megan Schutt leading the pace attack and Ashleigh Gardner providing spin options, AU-W will aim to outclass their opponents with both bat and ball.
NZ-W vs AU-W Top Batters At This Venue
| Role | Player | Team | at Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAT | B Halliday | NZ-W | 39 |
| BAT | S Bates | NZ-W | 30 |
| BAT | M Green | NZ-W | 15 |
NZ-W vs AU-W Top Bowlers At This Venue
| Role | Player | Team | at Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOWL | J Kerr | NZ-W | 9 |
| BOWL | R Mair | NZ-W | 30 |
| BOWL | L Tahuhu | NZ-W | 12 |
NZ-W vs AU-W Top All-Rounder At This Venue
| Role | Player | Team | at Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALL | S Devine | NZ-W | 81 |
| ALL | A Kerr | NZ-W | 75 |
NZ-W vs AU-W Pitch Report:
| Avg 1st Inns | 118 |
|---|---|
| Avg 2nd Inns | 111 |
| Highest Total | 146-7 |
| Lowest Total | 89-10 |
| Highest Chased | 113-6 |
| Lowest Defend | – |
NZ-W vs AU-W Venue Stats:
| Total Match | 16 |
|---|---|
| Win Bat First | 56% |
| Win Bowl First | 31% |
| Total Wicket (Last 10 Matches) | 119 |
| Pace | 62 (62%) |
| Spin | 45 (38%) |
NZ-W vs AU-W Wheather Report:
| Temp. | 16.9˚C |
|---|---|
| Humidity | 80% |
| Possibility of Rain | 145% |
Who can win this match..?
NZ-W has better head-to-head records than AU-W at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui. So, NZ-W has a high chance of winning this match.
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