NZ-W vs BD-W Match Preview – The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 promises another thrilling encounter as New Zealand Women (NZ-W) take on Bangladesh Women (BD-W) in Match 11 of the tournament. The White Ferns, aiming to recover from early setbacks, face a Bangladesh side buoyed by a recent upset victory. This clash is scheduled for October 10, 2025, at 3:30 PM IST at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, India. New Zealand have struggled with two consecutive losses so far, including a heavy defeat to Australia and a narrow six-wicket loss to South Africa, highlighting batting inconsistencies despite Sophie Devine’s heroics. In contrast, Bangladesh notched their second-ever World Cup win against Pakistan, thanks to a debut fifty from Rubya Haider Jhilik and a strong bowling display. This match could be a turning point for both teams in the group stage, with NZ-W relying on experience and BD-W banking on momentum. In this detailed article, we’ll dive into match details, team previews, head-to-head stats, predicted playing XIs, squads, pitch and weather reports, and our match prediction.
NZ-W vs BD-W Match Details
This fixture is part of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from September 30 to November 2. The tournament features eight teams in a round-robin format, with the top four advancing to semifinals. Below is a comprehensive table of the match details:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | New Zealand Women vs Bangladesh Women |
| Series | ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 |
| Date and Time | October 10, 2025, 3:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati |
| Live Telecast | JioHotstar |
Fans in India can catch the live action on JioHotstar, with streaming available on the app and website. The stadium, with a capacity of around 40,000, has already hosted key matches like India vs Sri Lanka and England vs South Africa in this World Cup.
NZ-W vs BD-W Match Preview
New Zealand Women (NZ-W)
The White Ferns entered the tournament as semi-finalists from the 2022 edition but have faced a rocky start in 2025. They suffered an 89-run loss to Australia in their opener despite Sophie Devine’s valiant 112, exposing middle-order frailties. Their second match against South Africa saw them post 231, only to lose by six wickets, with Nonkululeko Mlaba’s 4-40 triggering a collapse after a promising 86-run stand between Devine (85) and Brooke Halliday (45). Since 2024, NZ-W have lost 10 of 15 ODIs, scoring 250+ only twice, underscoring the need for batting stability. Strengths lie in their all-round depth, with Amelia Kerr’s spin and Lea Tahuhu’s pace leading the attack, supported by the Kerr sisters and Eden Carson. Captain Sophie Devine, with 17 ODI fifties, remains the linchpin. Suzie Bates will mark her 350th international appearance in this tournament, adding milestone motivation. Against Bangladesh, NZ-W will aim to exploit their historical edge but must avoid slow starts— they consumed 72 dot balls in the first 15 overs vs South Africa.
Bangladesh Women (BD-W)
Bangladesh qualified dramatically for the World Cup, securing second spot in the qualifier despite a loss to Pakistan. Their tournament campaign kicked off with a morale-boosting seven-wicket win over Pakistan—their second World Cup victory ever—chasing down a modest total with 18.5 overs to spare. Opener Rubya Haider Jhilik’s debut 50 and Sobhana Mostary’s unbeaten 24 (all boundaries) highlighted their counter-attacking potential, while bowlers dismantled Pakistan for a low score, including skipper Chamari Athapaththa’s first duck since 2019. Under captain-wicketkeeper Nigar Sultana, BD-W rely on spin-heavy attacks featuring Fahima Khatun, Nahida Akter, and Shorna Akter for middle-over control. Batting has shown promise with Fargana Hoque and Sharmin Akhter providing stability, but consistency remains key after a mixed qualifier. Playing in India (only three players have prior experience here) could challenge them, but their recent upset raises hopes of more giant-killing acts. Expect a defensive bowling strategy and opportunistic batting if they bowl first.
NZ-W vs BD-W Head-to-Head
New Zealand hold a commanding record over Bangladesh in women’s ODIs, reflecting their superior experience. Out of 10 completed matches, NZ-W have won 9, with BD-W claiming just 1 victory (in 2022). One match ended without a result due to rain. In World Cup encounters, NZ-W remain unbeaten. Here’s a quick stats table:
| Format | Total Matches | NZ-W Wins | BD-W Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 11 | 9 | 1 | 1 |
NZ-W vs BD-W Predicted Playing11
New Zealand Women (NZ-W)
- Suzie Bates
- Georgia Plimmer
- Amelia Kerr
- Sophie Devine (c)
- Brooke Halliday
- Maddy Green
- Isabella Gaze (wk)
- Jess Kerr
- Lea Tahuhu
- Eden Carson
- Bree Illing
Impact Player Options: Rosemary Mair or Hannah Rowe. (This lineup balances batting depth with spin options for Guwahati’s conditions, featuring three spinners.)
Bangladesh Women (BD-W)
- Rubya Haider
- Sharmin Akhter
- Nigar Sultana (c & wk)
- Fargana Hoque
- Sobhana Mostary
- Shorna Akter
- Ritu Moni
- Fahima Khatun
- Nahida Akter
- Rabeya Khan
- Marufa Akter
Impact Player Options: Shanjida Akter Meghla or Fariha Trisna. (Spin-focused with four options, suiting the pitch; recent form favors Haider at the top.)
These XIs are based on current form, injuries (none reported), and venue specifics.
NZ-W vs BD-W Squads
New Zealand Women Squad
Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (c), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (wk), Jess Kerr, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson, Bree Illing, Rosemary Mair, Polly Inglis, Bella James, Hannah Rowe.
Bangladesh Women Squad
Rubya Haider, Sharmin Akhter, Nigar Sultana (wk/c), Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Fahima Khatun, Nahida Akter, Rabeya Khan, Marufa Akter, Shanjida Akter Meghla, Fariha Trisna, Sumaiya Akter, Nishita Akter Nishi, Fargana Hoque.
NZ-W vs BD-W Pitch Report
The Barsapara Cricket Stadium pitch is batsman-friendly, offering consistent bounce and pace, especially in powerplays, allowing confident strokeplay and high scores. In this World Cup, it hosted the opener (India vs Sri Lanka, where India scored 269) and England vs South Africa (SA bowled out for 63 on a fresh track). A fresh pitch is expected here, with average first-innings scores around 250-270. Spinners gain grip in middle overs due to some wear, but minimal deterioration favors chases. Historically, home sides have won both prior ODIs here (100% success rate). Teams batting first may target 260+, with pacers getting early swing and spinners controlling the rate.
NZ-W vs BD-W Weather Report
Guwahati in mid-October ushers in pleasant autumn weather, ideal for cricket. On October 10, 2025, expect clear skies with temperatures around 28-30°C at match start (3:30 PM IST), dropping to 24°C by evening. Humidity will hover at 70-80%, potentially aiding spinners with grip, while winds of 5-10 km/h won’t disrupt play significantly. Rainfall chance is low (10-20%, peaking early October at ~7mm over 1-10 days), with no major interruptions forecast—unlike July’s monsoon peaks. A full 50-over game is highly likely.
NZ-W vs BD-W Match Prediction
New Zealand’s experience and head-to-head superiority (9-1) give them the edge, but Bangladesh’s fresh momentum from beating Pakistan could make it competitive. On a batting-friendly pitch, NZ-W’s all-rounders like Devine and Kerr should counter BD-W’s spinners. Expect NZ-W to bat first if they win the toss and post 260+, which Bangladesh may struggle to chase given their inconsistent middle order.
Prediction: New Zealand Women to win by 40-50 runs or 5-6 wickets. Key battles: Devine vs BD spinners; NZ pace vs Haider’s form. Don’t count out a Bangladesh upset if their bowlers strike early! Tune in on JioHotstar for the action.
