AUS W vs NZ W: Predicted XIs and Key Battles – World Cup 2025

AUS W vs NZ W Playing XI Prediction

Both Australia and New Zealand boast a mix of experienced stars and exciting young talent. Here’s a look at the likely playing XIs for this highly anticipated clash:

Australia Women (Predicted XI):

• Alyssa Healy (c & wk)
   
• Phoebe Litchfield
   
• Ellyse Perry
   
• Beth Mooney
   
• Tahlia McGrath
   
• Annabel Sutherland
   
• Ashleigh Gardner
   
• Alana King
   
• Megan Schutt
   
• Darcie Brown
   
• Georgia Wareham

New Zealand Women (Predicted XI):

• Sophie Devine (c)
   
• Suzie Bates
   
• Maddy Green
   
• Amelia Kerr
   
• Georgia Plimmer
   
• Brooke Halliday
   
• Isabella Gaze (wk)
   
• Jess Kerr
   
• Eden Carson
   
• Lea Tahuhu
   
• Rosemary Mair

Both sides have the balance to compete across departments, with Australia leaning on their depth in batting and New Zealand focusing on all-rounders to steady the middle order.

AUS W vs NZ W Openers 2025 – Who Wins the Battle?

Opening partnerships will play a decisive role in this contest.

• Australia Women: The aggressive intent shown by Alyssa Healy and the consistency of Phoebe Litchfield make a pair that is capable of forcing the bowlers in the initial over. Their experience and youthful vitality may be the tone-setters for the proceedings in Australia.
   
• New Zealand Women: Sophie Devine and Suzie Bates both have a wealth of experience on their resumes. Power hitting of Devine and the stability of Bates make them difficult to dislodge by an opening pair. New Zealand would have a strong platform in case they overcome the new ball.

This opening pair battle may well decide the momentum of the match, making the first ten overs crucial.

Key Match-Ups to Watch

Big games are often defined by head-to-head duels, and this one is no different.

1. Ellyse Perry vs Lea Tahuhu
   Perry’s solid technique and ability to anchor innings will be tested against Tahuhu’s pace and movement with the new ball.
    
2. Amelia Kerr vs Alana King
   Two quality spinners, both capable of turning matches. Amelia with the bat and Alana with the ball could be the deciding factor in the middle overs.
    
3. Annabel Sutherland vs Sophie Devine
   Sutherland’s late-order hitting and swing bowling could directly counter Devine’s allround dominance. Their contest adds intrigue to both innings.
    
4. Beth Mooney vs Jess Kerr
   Mooney’s calm approach will meet Jess Kerr’s accuracy and swing. Whoever wins this battle will likely dictate Australia’s batting tempo.

Ticket Price for World Cup Matches in Pakistan

To cricket enthusiasts in Pakistan, attending the Women's World Cup of 2025 live is an opportunity that should be enjoyed. The price information for the tickets will be announced closer to the match; however, initial indications suggest that it will be affordable for families, students, and fans. The high-voltage match between Australia and New Zealand is expected to be highly sought after, and tickets are likely to sell out quickly.

Final Word

The Australia Women versus New Zealand Women clash is proving to be one of the top events of the 2025 ICC Women's World Cup. The thrilling duel of opening pairs, the duel of key players, and unexpected strategies mean that the spectators will be engaged in high drama in Indore. And with or without watching the match live at the stadium or following the live stream on tapmad, this match will be a true demonstration of the women playing cricket at its best.