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ENG-W vs NZ-W Match Prediction — Who Will Win 3rd ODI? England Women vs New Zealand Women

In this ENG-W vs NZ-W match prediction, we analyse recent form, pitch report, weather conditions, head-to-head record, key players, and match scenarios to find out ENG-W vs NZ-W who will win today in the 3rd ODI of the New Zealand Women tour of England 2026

ENG-W vs NZ-W Match Prediction 3rd ODI — ENG-W Favourites Expert Prediction & Toss Tip
ENG-W vs NZ-W Match Prediction 3rd ODI — ENG-W Favourites Expert Prediction & Toss Tip

England Women faced New Zealand Women in the third ODI of the New Zealand Women tour of England 2026 on May 16 at Sophia Gardens. The second ODI was abandoned due to rain, which means England currently lead the series 1-0 heading into the final match.

England Women cannot lose the series from this position, as even a defeat in this game would result in a 1-1 draw. Meanwhile, New Zealand Women will look to level the series against a young England side that has several talented players but lacks experience. 

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ENG-W vs NZ-W Match Details – 3rd ODI

  • Match: England Women vs New Zealand Women, 3rd ODI

  • Date: 16th May, 2026

  • Time: 3:30 PM IST

  • Venue: Sophia Gardens, Cardiff

  • Live Streaming: Sony LIV

ENG-W vs NZ-W Pitch Report - Sophia Gardens Cardiff 

The conditions could give the fast bowlers some early swing. The pitch, however, does favour the batting side once they overcome the initial swing.

  • Win Batting First: 20%

  • Win Bowling First: 80%

Average Scores

  • Average 1st Innings: 220

  • Average 2nd Innings: 225

ENG-W vs NZ-W Weather Report – Cardiff Conditions 

Temperature

15°C

Rain Possibility

05%

Average Score

220

Best Suited For

Batting 

ENG-W vs NZ-W Recent Form

Team

Last 5 Matches

ENG-W

W, L, W, L, W

NZ-W

L, W, W, L, W

ENG-W vs NZ-W Head-to-Head Record (Last 10 ODI)

Team

Wins

England Women 

9

New Zealand Women 

1

NR

0

ENG-W vs NZ-W Injury News & Team Updates – 3rd ODI

NZ-W: All players are fit and available for the match

ENG-W: Squad is fully fit with no injury concerns

ENG-W vs NZ-W Win Probability – 3rd ODI 

Team

Win Probability

England 

57%

New Zealand Women 

43%

ENG-W vs NZ-W Key Player Battles to Watch 

Player

Team

Series Stats

Maddy Green

NZ-W

88 runs

Maia Bouchier 

ENG-W

59 runs

Amelia Kerr 

NZ-W

55 runs

Rosemary Mair

NZ-W

3 wickets

Charlie Dean 

ENG-W

2 wickets

Lauren Bell

ENG-W

2 wickets

ENG-W vs NZ-W Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If NZ-W Bat First

  • Powerplay Score: 38–40

  • Predicted Total: 200-220

  • Match Result: ENG-W to win

Scenario 2: If ENG-W Bat First

  • Powerplay Score: 40–45

  • Predicted Total: 240–260

  • Match Result: ENG-W to win

ENG-W vs NZ-W Toss Prediction – 3rd ODI

32 matches have been played at this venue, with the chasing team winning 20 matches, and the team batting first has won 12 matches

Prediction: ENG-W to win the toss and elect to bat first 

ENG-W vs NZ-W Probable Playing 

England Women (ENG-W)

Emma Lamb, Jodi Grewcock, Heather Knight, Maia Bouchier, Freya Kemp, Amy Jones (wk), Danielle Gibson, Charlotte Dean (c), Lauren Filer, Lauren Bell, Tilly Corteen-Coleman.

New Zealand Women (NZ-W)

Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr (c), Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Isabella Gaze (wk), Izzy Sharp, Jess Kerr, Nensi Patel, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing.

ENG-W vs NZ-W 3rd ODI Player of the Match Prediction

  • Maia Bouchier 

  • Charlotte Dean 

  • Amelia Kerr 

Who Will Win ENG-W vs NZ-W Today? — Expert Prediction 3rd ODI

According to our ENG-W vs NZ-W who will win today, England Women are the favourites to win the 3rd ODI expert Predictions. The likes of Lauren Bell, Freya Kemp and Emma Lamb will be key players to watch out for.

ENG-W vs NZ-W, who will win today: England Women to win 

ENG-W vs NZ-W Match Result  – 3rd ODI Results 

(To be updated after the match - May 16, 2026)

Frequently Asked Questions

England Women are favourites to win the 3rd ODI against New Zealand Women. England currently lead the series 1-0 and have dominated New Zealand in recent years with a 9-1 record in the last 10 ODIs. Prediction: England Women to win

At Sophia Gardens, chasing teams have enjoyed more success, winning 20 out of 32 ODIs played at this venue. Toss prediction: ENG-W to win the toss and elect to bat first

The pitch at Sophia Gardens is expected to assist fast bowlers early with some swing on offer, while batting conditions improve as the match progresses. Win batting first: 20%. Win bowling first: 80%. Average first innings score: 220

Key players for ENG-W vs NZ-W: Maia Bouchier and Emma Lamb will be important batters for England Women, while Lauren Bell and Charlotte Dean are key bowlers. For New Zealand Women, Amelia Kerr and Maddy Green remain crucial players

England Women's win probability: 57%, New Zealand Women's win probability: 43%. England Women have the advantage because of home conditions and their strong recent ODI record against New Zealand Women

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