NZ-W vs SL-W Today Match Prediction: New Zealand Women (NZ-W) and Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) will compete in the 1st T20I match of the Sri Lanka Women tour of New Zealand 2025.
Who will win the 1st T20I New Zealand Women and Sri Lanka Women match in the Sri Lanka Women tour of New Zealand 2025? Find out in our prediction for today’s NZ-W vs. SL-W match. The New Zealand Women and Sri Lanka Women cricket match will be held on Friday, March 14, at Hagley Oval, Christchurch.
NZ-W vs SL-W Match Details & Live Streaming
| Match | New Zealand Women vs Sri Lanka Women, 1st T20I Match |
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| Venue | Hagley Oval, Christchurch |
| Date and Time | Friday, March 14, 11:45 AM (IST) |
| Live Stream | Fancode |
NZ-W vs SL-W Today Match Prediction – Team Analysis
New Zealand Women (NZ-W)
After winning the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup last year, the team enters the upcoming T20I series as favorites against Sri Lanka.
New Zealand’s batting lineup has been in blistering form, consistently showcasing their aggressive intent.
Maddy Green and Georgia Plimmer have been exceptional, each scoring centuries in the recent ODI series.
Suzie Bates, Brooke Halliday, Isabelle Gaze, Polly Inglis, and Jess Kerr have all contributed with the bat, strengthening the middle order.
The bowling unit has been strong, led by Jess Kerr, Bree Illing, and Eden Carson, with solid support from Fran Jones and Suzie Bates.
Sri Lanka Women (SL-W)
The Sri Lanka Women’s cricket team has been struggling to find form in recent T20Is.
Sri Lanka’s batting lineup has been a major concern, with frequent top-order collapses being a recurring issue.
Sri Lanka’s bowling attack has struggled to take early wickets, often allowing opponents to post big scores.
Chamari Athapaththu’s attacking batting can turn a match around.
Chamari Athapaththu, the Sri Lankan captain, is the team’s most impactful player. If she finds her form in the T20I series, Sri Lanka has a real chance to challenge New Zealand.
Sugandika Kumari, a skilled left-arm spinner, is known for picking up wickets at important moments.
NZ-W vs SL-W: Probable Playing XIs
New Zealand Women Probable XI: Suzie Bates (c), Georgia Plimmer, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Polly Inglis (wk), Izzy Sharp, Jess Kerr, Fran Jonas, Eden Carson, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing
SL-W Probable XI: Chamari Athapaththu (c), Vishmi Gunaratne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Anushka Sanjeewani (wk), Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshi de Silva, Sugandika Kumari, Achini Kulasuriya, Udeshika Prabodhani, Inoshi Priyadharshani, Rashmika Sewwandi
NZ-W vs SL-W 1st T20I Match Winner Prediction
Best Batters
Who will score the most runs for NZ-W in the match:
- Georgia Plimmer
- Suzie Bates
Who will score the most runs for SL-W in the match:
- Chamari Athapaththu
- Harshitha Samarawickrama
Best Bowlers
Who will pick the most wickets for NZ-W in the match:
- Rosemary Mair
- Bree Illing
Who will pick the most wickets for SL-W in the match:
- Achini Kulasuriya
- Sugandika Kumari
Scores Prediction
New Zealand Women – 170+
Sri Lanka Women – 150+
Who will win the Match?
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New Zealand Women recently dominated Sri Lanka in the ODI series, winning 2-0
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New Zealand Women currently hold the 4th spot in the ICC Women’s T20I Team Rankings.
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New Zealand Women’s bowling attack is well-rounded and capable of breaking through opponents’ lineups.
- Sri Lanka Women are on a tough run, having lost their last three T20I matches.
- Despite their recent struggles, Sri Lanka Women have the potential to bounce back and deliver strong performances.
- Sri Lanka’s middle order needs to step up, and their pacers must strike early in the powerplay.
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Overall, New Zealand Women appear to be a more balanced team compared to Sri Lanka Women.
We are backing New Zealand Women to win!
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