Sophie Devine https://www.cricketwinner.com Sophie Devine Sun, 28 Dec 2025 11:37:33 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html https://github.com/jpmonette/feed en Copyright © 2024 Cricket Winner. All Rights Reserved. <![CDATA[WBBL 2025: HB-W vs PS-W Today Match Prediction – Final, Who Will Win Today?]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/wbbl-2025-hb-w-vs-ps-w-today-match-prediction-final-who-will-win-today/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/wbbl-2025-hb-w-vs-ps-w-today-match-prediction-final-who-will-win-today/ Sat, 13 Dec 2025 09:04:03 GMT

Hobart Hurricanes Women and Perth Scorchers Women will face off in the Final match of WBBL 2025, which will be held at Bellerive Oval in Hobart on Saturday. With 7 wins and 2 losses, Hobart Hurricanes Women topped their league stage and qualified for the final match with flying colors.

On the other hand, Perth Scorchers Women defeated the Sydney Sixers by 11 runs in the Challenger. Beth Mooney was the standout performer for Perth Scorchers, scoring 76 runs off 44 balls. In the bowling department, Alana King picked up three wickets and successfully defended the target.

Also Read: WBBL 2025: HB-W vs PS-W Dream11 Prediction Final Match Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI

HB-W vs PS-W Match Details

  • Match: Hobart Hurricanes Women vs Perth Scorchers Women, Final

  • Date: 13th December 2025

  • Time: 1.45 PM IST

  • Venue: Bellerive Oval in Hobart.

  • Live Streaming: FanCode

HB-W vs PS-W Weather Report

Temperature

20°C

Rain Possibility

00%

Average Score

160

Best Suited For

Pacer (60%)

HB-W vs PS-W Pitch Report

The ground, which has a compact size and short square boundaries, presents an early challenge to bowlers, particularly pacers who are using the new ball.

Top Batters to Watch – HB-W vs PS-W

  • Beth Mooney (PS-W): 517 runs in this Tournament 

  • Danielle Wyatt (HB-W): 416 runs in this Tournament 

  • Katie Mack (PS-W): 280 runs in this Tournament 

Top Bowlers to Watch – HB-W vs PS-W

  • Sophie Devine (PS-W): 15 wickets in this Tournament 

  • Heather Graham (HB-W): 14 wickets in this Tournament 

  • Lilly Mills (PS-W): 13 wickets in this Tournament 

HB-W vs PS-W Recent Form

Team

Last 5 Matches

PS-W

W, W, W, W, L

HB-W

W, W, L, L, W

HB-W vs PS-W Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If PS-W Bat First

  • Powerplay Score: 40–45

  • Predicted Total: 145–150

  • Match Result: HB-W to win

Scenario 2: If HB-W Bat First

  • Powerplay Score: 45–50

  • Predicted Total: 155–165

  • Match Result: HB-W to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Team

Players

PS-W

Sophie Devine, Beth Mooney 

HB-W

Lizelle Lee, Danielle Wyatt-Hodge

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

Team

Players

PS-W

Maddy Drake, Paige Scholfield 

HB-W

Nat Sciver-Brunt, Nicola Carey

HB-W vs PS-W Predicted Playing XIs

Perth Scorchers Women 

Beth Mooney(wk), Katie Mack, Maddy Darke, Sophie Devine(c), Freya Kemp, Paige Scholfield, Chloe Ainsworth, Alana King, Lilly Mills, Ruby Strange, Amy Edgar

Hobart Hurricanes Women 

Elyse Villani (c), Lizelle Lee (wk), Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Nicola Carey, Heather Graham, Hayley Silver-Holmes, Rachel Trenaman, Molly Strano, Lauren Smith, Linsey Smith

HB-W vs PS-W Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

We predict that the Hobart Hurricanes Women will win this WBBL 2025 match. Danielle Wyatt-Hodge, Nat Sciver-Brunt and Nicola Carey will be key players to watch.

HB-W vs PS-W Match FAQs

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<![CDATA[Top 5 most expensive players in the WPL auction 2026]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/top-5-most-expensive-players-in-the-wpl-auction-2026/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/top-5-most-expensive-players-in-the-wpl-auction-2026/ Thu, 27 Nov 2025 23:01:50 GMT

The WPL 2026 mega auction was an exciting and surprising event, with all five teams bidding hard to acquire the best players available. There were many nail-biting bidding battles, surprises and record-breaking bids at the auction. As a result of combining veteran stars and young talent, the auction is considered one of the best auctions in the league's history.

One of the biggest highlights of the day was India’s World Cup star Deepti Sharma becoming the most expensive buy of the entire auction. Her bidding started at just ₹50 lakh but quickly went up as Delhi Capitals and UP Warriorz fought hard to sign her. Just when it seemed like Delhi Capitals would win the bid, UP Warriorz used their Right-to-Match card and brought Deepti back for a massive ₹3.2 crore. Her price and popularity showed how important she is in both batting and bowling roles.

The auction also gave fans some unexpected moments. One of the biggest surprises came when six-time World Cup champion Alyssa Healy went unsold in the marquee round. Since she had missed the previous season due to injury, teams were cautious with their bids. With 276 players available and only 73 slots to fill, franchises had to choose carefully. By the end of the auction, five players stood out as the most expensive signings of WPL 2026.

1. Deepti Sharma – ₹3.2 Crore (UP Warriorz)

Deepti Sharma, the Player of the Tournament from India’s World Cup-winning team, was expected to attract heavy bidding. Surprisingly, she received only one early bid when Delhi Capitals started at ₹50 lakh. UP Warriorz quickly used their Right-to-Match card, and even when Delhi pushed the amount straight to ₹3.2 crore, UP matched it easily. This made Deepti the second most expensive player in WPL history.

See Also: DC squad after WPL 2026 auction: Here’s complete updated list

2. Amelia Kerr – ₹3 Crore (Mumbai Indians)

Mumbai Indians could not retain Amelia Kerr due to retention limits, but they were very keen to bring her back. They spent almost their full purse to sign her again for ₹3 crore. UP Warriorz also wanted her because she was the highest wicket-taker last season, but Mumbai’s strong bidding ensured she returned to their team.

3. Shikha Pandey – ₹2.4 Crore (UP Warriorz)

Shikha Pandey, one of India’s best-performing bowlers in recent tournaments, drew a strong bidding fight between RCB and UP Warriorz. Both teams pushed her price up from ₹40 lakh to a massive ₹2.4 crore. UP Warriorz eventually won the battle, and her medium-pace bowling will be very useful for them this season.

4. Sophie Devine – ₹2 Crore (Gujarat Giants)

Experienced New Zealand all-rounder Sophie Devine will now join Gujarat Giants after moving from RCB. The Giants won a tough three-way fight against RCB and Delhi Capitals to secure her for ₹2 crore. Devine adds power to their top order and also gives them a reliable part-time medium-pace option with the ball.

See Also: WPL 2026: Top 3 Players Royal Challengers Bengaluru Must Target in the WPL Mega Auction

5. Meg Lanning – ₹1.9 Crore (UP Warriorz)

Former Australia captain Meg Lanning was bought by UP Warriorz for ₹1.9 crore. She had led Delhi Capitals to three back-to-back runner-up finishes in previous WPL seasons. With seven World Cup titles to her name, her experience will be extremely valuable, and she might also become the new captain for UP Warriorz.

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<![CDATA[WPL 2026 Auction: Deepti Sharma returns to UP Warriorz and Sophie Devine joins Gujarat Giants]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/wpl-2026-auction-deepti-sharma-returns-to-up-warriorz-and-sophie-devine-joins-gujarat-giants/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/wpl-2026-auction-deepti-sharma-returns-to-up-warriorz-and-sophie-devine-joins-gujarat-giants/ Thu, 27 Nov 2025 16:00:15 GMT

On Thursday, the WPL 2026 Mega Auction occurred in New Delhi and featured 277 players, much to the excitement of many fans across India. This included 194 indian players and 83 international players. The day was full of drama as franchises aimed to build competitive teams through veteran all-rounders. The two main stories for the day were Sophie Devine being traded to the Gujarat Giants and Deepti Sharma being re-signed by the UP Warriorz.

Former New Zealand captain Sophie Devine was signed by Gujarat Giants for ₹2 crore. The all-rounder had missed the previous edition of the WPL due to a personal break but made a strong return to the auction list. Devine played for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the first two seasons and was part of the title-winning RCB team in 2024.

Indian star Deepti Sharma was also at the center of an intense bidding battle. Delhi Capitals and UP Warriorz went head-to-head before UPW used their Right to Match (RTM) card to retain her for ₹3.2 crore. Deepti has been one of the most consistent and reliable all-rounders in the league since the first season.

Sophie Devine’s Move to Gujarat Giants and Deepti Sharma’s Retention by UP Warriorz Through RTM

Sophie Devine brings vast experience and power to Gujarat Giants. Across 18 WPL matches, she has scored 402 runs at an average of 23.65 and a high strike rate of 153.44. She has also taken nine wickets with the ball. Her 36-ball 99 for RCB against Gujarat Giants in 2024 is still one of the highest individual scores in the league. Recently, Devine retired from ODI cricket after playing her 159th match, becoming the only New Zealand player to score over 4,000 ODI runs and pick more than 100 wickets. She also led New Zealand to T20 World Cup glory in Dubai last year.

See Also: Jemimah Rodrigues to miss WBBL 2025 for this reason as Brisbane Heat drops official statement

Deepti Sharma’s value was once again proven during the 2026 auction. Starting at a base price of ₹50 lakh, she attracted strong bids before UP Warriorz used the RTM card to match Delhi Capitals’ ₹3.2 crore bid. Previously signed for ₹2.6 crore in the first-ever WPL auction, Deepti has been one of UPW’s most important players. She was their leading run-scorer in WPL 2024 with 295 runs and also finished as the league’s fourth-highest run-scorer. In 2023, she was UPW’s second-highest wicket-taker with nine wickets. She also won the Player of the Tournament award in WPL 2024 for her excellent all-round performance. With Alyssa Healy unavailable, Deepti now leads UP Warriorz as captain for WPL 2025.

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<![CDATA[WBBL 2025: PS-W vs AS-W Today Match Prediction – 20th Match, Who Will Win Today?]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/wbbl-2025-ps-w-vs-as-w-today-match-prediction-20th-match-who-will-win-today/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/wbbl-2025-ps-w-vs-as-w-today-match-prediction-20th-match-who-will-win-today/ Sat, 22 Nov 2025 11:23:38 GMT

The 20th T20 match of WBBL 2025 between Perth Scorchers Women and Adelaide Strikers Women will take place at WACA Ground in Perth on Saturday. In the last game against the Sydney Thunder Women, the Perth Scorchers Women lost by 9 wickets due to their poor outing. They failed to capitalise on good batting conditions in the last game and struggled with the ball.

On the other hand, the Adelaide Strikers Women's team suffered a 4-wicket loss against the Hobart Hurricanes Women's team in the last game. McGrath would be disappointed with her batters for producing a small score in decent batting conditions. They have a good record against the Perth Scorchers and will look to extend it with another win.

Also Read: WBBL 2025: PS-W vs AS-W Dream11 Prediction 20th Match Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI

PS-W vs AS-W Match Details

  • Match: Perth Scorchers Women vs Adelaide Strikers Women, 20th Match

  • Date: 22nd November 2025

  • Time: 3.20 PM IST

  • Venue: WACA Ground

  • Live Streaming: FanCode

PS-W vs AS-W Weather Report

Temperature

20°C

Rain Possibility

10%

Average Score

150

Best Suited For

Pacer (60%)

PS-W vs AS-W Pitch Report

It is a neutral wicket that has helped the bowlers significantly in WBBL 2025. The average first-innings score at this venue is 150 runs

Top Batters to Watch – PS-W vs AS-W

  • Beth Mooney (PS-W): 156 runs in this Tournament 

  • Katie Mack (PS-W): 153 runs in this Tournament 

  • Laura Wolvaardt (AS-W): 101 runs in this Tournament 

Top Bowlers to Watch – PS-W vs AS-W

  • Darcie Brown (AS-W): 8 wickets in this Tournament 

  • Sophie Devine (PS-W): 5 wickets in this Tournament 

  • Amanda Wellington (AS-W): 4 wickets in this Tournament 

PS-W vs AS-W Recent Form

Team

Last 5 Matches

PS-W

L, W, L, W, L

AS-W

L, L, W, L, L

PS-W vs AS-W Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If PS-W Bat First

  • Powerplay Score: 40–50

  • Predicted Total: 160–175

  • Match Result: PS-W to win

Scenario 2: If AS-W Bat First

  • Powerplay Score: 35–45

  • Predicted Total: 130–140

  • Match Result: PS-W to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Team

Players

PS-W

Katie Mack, Beth Mooney 

AS-W

Tahlia McGrath, Laura Wolvaardt

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

Team

Players

PS-W

Paige Scholfield, Freya Kemp 

AS-W

Tammy Beaumont, Madeline Penna

PS-W vs AS-W Predicted Playing XIs

Perth Scorchers Women 

Sophie Devine (c), Katie Mack, Beth Mooney (wk), Paige Scholfield, Freya Kemp, Mikayla Hinkley, Alana King, Chloe Ainsworth, Lilly Mills, Amy Edgar, Ruby Strange

Adelaide Strikers Women 

Tahlia McGrath (c), Laura Wolvaardt, Tammy Beaumont, Madeline Penna, Bridget Patterson (wk), Ellie Johnston, Amanda-Jade Wellington, Sophie Ecclestone, Eleanor Larosa, Megan Schutt, Darcie Brown.

PS-W vs AS-W Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

We predict that the Perth Scorchers Women will win this WBBL 2025 match. Katie Mack, Beth Mooney and Chloe Ainsworth will be key players to watch out for.

PS-W vs AS-W Match FAQs

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<![CDATA[WBBL 2025: BH-W vs PS-W Today Match Prediction – 6th Match, Who Will Win Today? ]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/wbbl-2025-bh-w-vs-ps-w-today-match-prediction-6th-match-who-will-win-today/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/wbbl-2025-bh-w-vs-ps-w-today-match-prediction-6th-match-who-will-win-today/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:18:13 GMT

The Brisbane Heat team would not have wanted to start the season like they did. The team's batting performance was poor against the defending champions, Melbourne Renegades Women, leading to a 7-wicket loss in the DLS method. The top order failed in the game, and Jonassen would like to see a better performance from her players, take advantage of the home crowd, and win this game.

It will be a high-pressure contest for the Perth Scorchers Women. The players didn't perform well in the last game against the Sydney Sixers Women, leading to a loss by 10 wickets for the team.

Also Read: WBBL 2025: BH-W vs PS-W Dream11 Prediction 06th Match Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI

BH-W vs PS-W Match Details

  • Match: Brisbane Heat Women vs Perth Scorchers Women, 6th Match

  • Date: 12th November 2025

  • Time: 1.40 PM IST

  • Venue: Allan Border Field, Brisbane 

  • Live Streaming: FanCode

BH-W vs PS-W Weather Report

Temperature

20°C

Rain Possibility

00%

Average Score

140

Best Suited For

Pacers (55%)

BH-W vs PS-W Pitch Report

The surface here will be good for batting with very short boundaries on either side. We can expect a high-scoring fixture, and both teams will prefer chasing.

Top Batters to Watch – BH-W vs PS-W

  • Nadine de Klerk (BH-W): 40 runs in this Tournament 

  • Mikayla Hinkley (PS-W): 31 runs in this Tournament 

  • Chinelle Henry (BH-W): 29 runs in this Tournament 

Top Bowlers to Watch – BH-W vs PS-W

  • Sianna Ginger (BH-W): 2 wickets in this Tournament 

  • Lucy Hamilton (BH-W): 1 wicket in this Tournament 

  • Alana King (PS-W): 0 wickets in this Tournament 

BH-W vs PS-W Recent Form

Team

Last 5 Matches

BH-W

L, L, L, W, W

PS-W

L, W, W, L, W

BH-W vs PS-W Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If BH-W Bat First

  • Powerplay Score: 40–45

  • Predicted Total: 160–170

  • Match Result: BH-W to win

Scenario 2: If PS-W Bat First

  • Powerplay Score: 35–45

  • Predicted Total: 130–140

  • Match Result: BH-W to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Team

Players

BH-W

Charli Knott, Nadine de Klerk 

PS-W

Sophie Devine, Beth Mooney

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

Team

Players

BH-W

Jemimah Rodrigues, Chinelle Henry 

PS-W

Katie Mack, Mikayla Hinkley

BH-W vs PS-W Predicted Playing XIs

Brisbane Heat Women 

Jess Jonassen (c), Charli Knott, Nadine de Klerk, Jemimah Rodrigues, Chinelle Henry, Annie O'Neil, Sianna Ginger, Georgia Redmayne (wk), Lucinda Bourke, Nicola Hancock, Lucy Hamilton

Perth Scorchers Women 

Sophie Devine (c), Beth Mooney (wk), Katie Mack, Mikayla Hinkley, Paige Scholfield, Freya Kemp, Alana King, Chloe Ainsworth, Lilly Mills, Amy Edgar, Ebony Hoskin.

BH-W vs PS-W Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

We predict that the Brisbane Heat Women will win this WBBL 2025 match. Charli Knott, Nadine de Klerk and Jess Jonassen will be key players to watch out for.

BH-W vs PS-W Match FAQs

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<![CDATA[ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025: ENG-W vs NZ-W Today Match Prediction – 27th Match, Who Will Win Today?]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/icc-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-eng-w-vs-nz-w-today-match-prediction-27th-match-who-will-win-today/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/icc-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-eng-w-vs-nz-w-today-match-prediction-27th-match-who-will-win-today/ Sun, 26 Oct 2025 08:11:02 GMT

The England Women's team suffered their first loss of the tournament in the last game against Australia, going down by 6 wickets. The English skipper would be upset to have failed to capitalise on the early wickets in the last game. They have advanced to the next round and will aim to perform well in this contest, secure a big win, and build momentum before the next round.

On the other hand, the New Zealand team is not in contention for the semifinals. The Kiwi skipper would be upset with the poor performance against India Women in the last game, where they went down by 53 runs using the DLS method.

Also Read: NZ vs ENG Dream11 Prediction 1st ODI match Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI

ENG-W vs NZ-W Match Details

  • Match: 27th Match, ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025

  • Date: Sunday, 26th October 2025

  • Time: 11:00 AM IST

  • Venue: Dr Y.S.Rajashekar Reddy Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam

  • Live Streaming: FanCode

ENG-W vs NZ-W Weather Report

There are no signs of any rain interruptions throughout the game. It is pleasant conditions and perfect throughout the game.

Temperature

28°C

Rain Possibility

30%

Average Score

235

Best Suited For

Spin (60%)

ENG-W vs NZ-W Pitch Report – Dr Y.S.Rajashekar Reddy Cricket Stadium 

  • Average 1st Innings Score: 235–250

  • Chasing Teams: Won 50% of recent matches

  • Best Suited: Spinners 

ENG-W vs NZ-W Head-to-Head Record

Team

Won

ENG-W

12

NZ-W

3

Top Batters to Watch – ENG-W vs NZ-W

  • Sophie Devine (NZ-W): 266 runs in this tournament

  • Heather Knight (ENG-W): 255 runs in this tournament

  • Nat Sciver Brunt (ENG-W): 198 runs in this tournament

Top Bowlers to Watch – ENG-W vs NZ-W

  • Sophie Ecclestone (ENG-W): 11 wickets in this tournament

  • Linsey Smith (ENG-W): 9 wickets in this tournament

  • Lea Tahuhu (NZ-W): 9 wickets in this tournament

ENG-W vs NZ-W Recent Form

ENG-W

L, W, W, W, W

NZ-W

L, W, L, L, L

ENG-W vs NZ-W Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1 – If England Women bat first

  • Powerplay Score Prediction: 55–56 runs

  • First Innings Total: 240–260 runs expected

  • Result Prediction: England Women to win by 20–40 runs

Scenario 2 – If New Zealand Women bat first

  • Powerplay Score Prediction: 40–50 runs

  • First Innings Total: 210–230 runs expected

  • Result Prediction: England Women to win by 6 wickets

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes in ENG-W vs NZ-W?

Team

Players

ENG-W

Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Heather Knight 

NZ-W

Sophie Devine, Amelia Kerr, 

Who Will Hit the Most Fours in ENG-W vs NZ-W?

Team

Players

ENG-W

Tammy Beaumont, Amy Jones 

NZ-W

Georgia Plimmer, Suzie Bates

ENG-W vs NZ-W Probable Playing XI

England Women (ENG-W)

Tammy Beaumont, Amy Jones (wk), Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Heather Knight, Sophia Dunkley, Emma Lamb, Charlotte Dean, Alice Capsey, Sophie Ecclestone, Linsey Smith, Lauren Bell

New Zealand Women (NZ-W)

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

ENG-W vs NZ-W Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s Match?

We predict that England Women will win this ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 match. Tammy Beaumont, Amy Jones and Nat Sciver-Brunt will be key players to watch out for.

FAQs – ENG-W vs NZ-W Today Match Prediction

Q1. What is the venue for today’s ENG-W vs NZ-W match?

A: The match will be played at Dr Y.S.Rajashekar Reddy Cricket Stadium 

Q2. Who is likely to win the ENG-W vs NZ-W match today?

A: England women are expected to win this ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 match.

Q3. What time will the ENG-W vs NZ-W match start?

A: The match begins at 11:00 AM IST.

Q4. Who are the top players to watch in ENG-W vs NZ-W?

A: Nat Sciver-Brunt, Heather Knight and Sophie Devine are key players to watch.

Q5. Where to watch ENG-W vs NZ-W live?

A: The match will be streamed live on FanCode.

 

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<![CDATA[‘It sucks’ – Devine emotional after New Zealand’s World Cup exit and impending ODI retirement]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/it-sucks-devine-emotional-after-new-zealand-s-world-cup-exit-and-impending-odi-retirement/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/it-sucks-devine-emotional-after-new-zealand-s-world-cup-exit-and-impending-odi-retirement/ Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:09:31 GMT

New Zealand captain Sophie Devine was visibly emotional after her team’s defeat to India at the DY Patil Stadium, which ended their hopes of reaching the Women’s ODI World Cup semi-finals. The loss also marked the beginning of the end for Devine’s illustrious career, as she prepares to retire from the 50-over format after New Zealand’s final league game against England on Sunday.

Reflecting on her team’s campaign, Devine admitted the disappointment was hard to process but expressed immense pride in the younger players coming through. “I’m incredibly proud of where this team’s going,” she said. “When you think about the likes of Izzy Gaze, Brooke Halliday, Melie Kerr, and Eden Carson, the way they’re starting to grow into themselves makes it easier when I do step away after the next game.”

The White Ferns’ journey came to a halt after a challenging match against India. Opting to bowl first, New Zealand restricted the hosts early but couldn’t contain the middle overs as Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal powered India past 300. Chasing a revised target of 325 in 44 overs, the Kiwis never quite found momentum despite fighting knocks from Halliday and Gaze.

ALSO SEE: 'Truly respect woman..."- Yuzvendra Chahal's sister drops emotional post amid Dhanashree Verma's comments

Sophie Devine reflects on New Zealand’s World Cup exit and hopes to finish her ODI career on a high

“It’s frustrating and gutting to lose any game of cricket, but especially when you still had a chance of making it to the semi-finals,” Devine said. “We did a lot right early, but a big partnership put us under pressure. That’s cricket.”

Devine also touched on the mental side of leadership, admitting that dealing with heartbreak is the hardest part of sport. “You can work harder than anyone, do all the right things, but it doesn’t guarantee results,” she said, her voice cracking with emotion.

Looking ahead, Devine praised India’s rise and the success of the Women’s Premier League (WPL), calling it a game-changer. “I think India can be at the forefront of where women’s cricket can go,” she said. As she prepares for her ODI farewell, Devine hopes her team can finish on a high. “We’ll dust ourselves off and go hard against England. Hopefully, we can leave with our heads held high.”

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<![CDATA[ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025: IND-W vs NZ-W Today Match Prediction – 24th Match, Who Will Win Today?]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/icc-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-ind-w-vs-nz-w-today-match-prediction-24th-match-who-will-win-today/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/icc-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-ind-w-vs-nz-w-today-match-prediction-24th-match-who-will-win-today/ Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:37:20 GMT

The 24th match of the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 is scheduled for Thursday at Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai, between India and New Zealand women. India has been more competitive than New Zealand in recent head-to-head contests. India Women have a 3–2 advantage over New Zealand Women in the last five encounters. India achieved convincing victories by 6 wickets twice and by 59 runs once

So far, India Women have secured 4 points from five matches, sitting 4th in the table with an NRR of +0.526. New Zealand Women sit just behind with 4 points, but with an NRR of -0.245. India will be looking to recover from recent setbacks, especially the close loss against England, while New Zealand is intent on closing the gap.

Also Read: NZ vs ENG Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win the 3rd T20I?

IND-W vs NZ-W Match Details

  • Match: 24th Match, ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025

  • Date: Thursday, 23rd October 2025

  • Time: 3:00 PM IST

  • Venue: Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai 

  • Live Streaming: FanCode

IND-W vs NZ-W Weather Report

There are no signs of any rain interruptions throughout the game. It is pleasant conditions and perfect throughout the game.

Temperature

28°C

Rain Possibility

00%

Average Score

275

Best Suited For

Spin (55%)

IND-W vs NZ-W Pitch Report – Dr DY Patil Sports Academy

  • Average 1st Innings Score: 270–290

  • Chasing Teams: Won 60% of recent matches

  • Best Suited: Batting

IND-W vs NZ-W Head-to-Head Record

Team

Won

IND-W

22

NZ-W

34

Top Batters to Watch – IND-W vs NZ-W

  • Sophie Devine (IND-W): 260 runs in this tournament

  • Smriti Mandhana (IND-W): 222 runs in this tournament

  • Pratika Rawal (IND-W): 186 runs in this tournament

Top Bowlers to Watch – IND-W vs NZ-W

  • Deepti Sharma (IND-W): 13 wickets in this tournament

  • Lea Tahuhu (NZ-W): 10 wickets in this tournament

  • Shree Charani (IND-W): 8 wickets in this tournament

IND-W vs NZ-W Recent Form

IND-W

L, L, L, W, W

NZ-W

W, L, L, L, L

IND-W vs NZ-W Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1 – If India Women bat first

  • Powerplay Score Prediction: 55–65 runs

  • First Innings Total: 290–310 runs expected

  • Result Prediction: India Women to win by 50–70 runs

Scenario 2 – If New Zealand Women bat firstU

  • Powerplay Score Prediction: 45–50 runs

  • First Innings Total: 245–260 runs expected

  • Result Prediction: India Women to win by 4 wickets

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes in IND-W vs NZ-W?

Team

Players

IND-W

Pratika Rawal, Smriti Mandhana 

NZ-W

Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine 

Who Will Hit the Most Fours in IND-W vs NZ-W?

Team

Players

IND-W

Harleen Deol, Harmanpreet Kaur 

NZ-W

Sophie Devine, Brooke Halliday

IND-W vs NZ-W Probable Playing XI

India Women (AUS-W)

Pratika Rawal, Smriti Mandhana, Harleen Deol, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (wk), Amanjot Kaur, Sneh Rana, Kranti Gaud, Shree Charani, Renuka Singh Thakur

New Zealand Women (ENG-W)

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

IND-W vs NZ-W Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s Match?

We predict that Indian Women will win this ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 match. Smriti Mandhana, Harleen Deol and Harmanpreet Kaur will be key players to watch out for.

FAQs – IND-W vs NZ-W Today Match Prediction

Q1. What is the venue for today’s IND-W vs NZ-W match?

A: The match will be played at Dr DY Patil Sports Academy 

Q2. Who is likely to win the IND-W vs NZ-W match today?

A: Indian women are expected to win this ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 match.

Q3. What time will the IND-W vs NZ-W match start?

A: The match begins at 3:00 PM IST.

Q4. Who are the top players to watch in IND-W vs NZ-W?

A: Pratika Rawal, Smriti Mandhana and Sophie Devine are key players to watch.

Q5. Where to watch IND-W vs NZ-W live?

A: The match will be streamed live on FanCode.

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<![CDATA[ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025: NZ-W vs SL-W Today Match Prediction– 15th Match, Who will win today?]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/icc-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-nz-w-vs-sl-w-today-match-prediction-15th-match-who-will-win-today/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/match-predictions/icc-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-nz-w-vs-sl-w-today-match-prediction-15th-match-who-will-win-today/ Tue, 14 Oct 2025 10:25:26 GMT

In the 15th ODI of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, New Zealand Women will lock horns with Sri Lanka Women on Tuesday at the R. Premadasa Stadium. The two teams have met on 16 occasions in the past, and New Zealand Women have come out on top with 13 wins. Sri Lanka Women have managed to score 2 wins.

With only one win and two losses in the tournament, New Zealand Women are currently in 5th place in the point table. Their net run rate is -0.245. Sri Lanka Women are ranked 7th on the point table with 2 losses and have yet to win a single game in the tournament. Their net run rate is -1.526

NZ-W vs SL-W Match Details

Date: 14th October 2025

Time: 3:00 PM IST

Venue: R. Premadasa Cricket Stadium 

Live Streaming: Fancode

NZ-W vs SL-W Weather Report

Throughout the game, there were no signs of rain interruptions. The conditions are pleasant and perfect throughout the game.

Also Read: AFG vs BAN Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win the 3rd ODI?

Top Batters NZ-W vs SL-W

  • Sophie Devine (NZ-W) - 260 runs in this tournament 

  • Brooke Halliday (NZ-W) - 142 runs in this tournament 

  • Laura Wolvaardt (SA-W) - 89 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowler NZ-W vs SL-W

  • Inoka Ranaweera (SL-W) - 7 wickets in this tournament 

  • Lea Tahuhu (NZ-W) - 7 wickets in this tournament 

  • Jess Kerr (NZ-W) - 7 wickets in this tournament 

NZ-W vs SL-W Recent Performance

NZ-W

W

L

L

L

L

SL-W

L

L

L

L

L

NZ-W vs SL-W Today's Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1- If NZ-W bats first

  • Powerplay prediction - 45-50 Runs

  • First Innings score prediction - NZ-W is expected to score 250- 260 runs

  • Result prediction- NZ-W will win the match by 50-60 runs

Scenario 2- If the SL-W bats first

  • Powerplay prediction - 30-40 Runs

  • First Innings score prediction- SL-W is expected to score 180-210 runs

  • Result prediction- NZ-W will win the match by 5 wickets 

Who will hit the Most Sixes?

Who will hit the most sixes for New Zealand Women in the match: Sophie Devine and Amelia Kerr

Who will hit the most sixes for Sri Lanka Women in the match: Chamari Atapattu and Hasini Perera

Who will hit the Most Fours?

Who will hit the most fours for New Zealand Women in the match: Georgia Plimmer and Brooke Halliday 

Who will hit the most fours for Sri Lanka Women in the match: Harshitha Samarawickrama and Kavisha Dilhari

NZ-W vs SL-W Predicted Playing XI

New Zealand Women (NZ-W) Playing XI 

Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine, Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Izzy Gaze (WK), Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson

Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) Playing XI 

Hasini Perera, Chamari Atapattu, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Vishmi Rajapaksha Gunaratne, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshi de Silva, Anushka Sanjeewani (WK), Dewmi Vihanga, Sugandika Kumari, Udeshika Prabodhani, Inoka Ranaweera.

NZ-W vs SL-W Complete Squad

New Zealand Women - 

Sophie Devine (c), Suzie Bates, Eden Carson, Flora Devonshire, Izzy Gaze, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Bree Illing, Polly Inglis, Bella James, Melie Kerr, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Georgia Plimmer, Lea Tahuhu.

Sri Lanka Women -

Chamari Athapaththu, Hasini Perera, Vishmi Gunarathne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kaveesha Dilhari, Nilakshika Silva, Anushka Sanjeewani, Imesha Dulani, Dewmi Vihanga, Piumi Wathsala, Inoka Ranaweera, Sugandika Dasanayaka, Udeshika Prabodani, Malki Madara, Achini Kulasooriya.

NZ-W vs SL-W Today Match Prediction, Who Will Win the Match?

New Zealand Women to win

We predict that New Zealand Women will win this ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 match. Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine and Brooke Halliday will be key players to watch out for.

FAQs – NZ-W vs SL-W Today Match Prediction

Q1. What is the venue for today’s NZ-W vs SL-W match?

A: The match will be played at R. Premadasa Cricket Stadium

Q2. Who are the key players to watch in today’s match?

A: Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine and Brooke Halliday for New Zealand Women; Hasini Perera, Chamari Atapattu and Harshitha Samarawickrama for Sri Lanka Women.

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<![CDATA[Top 3 reasons why Bangladesh-W lost to New Zealand-W in the Women's World Cup 2025 match 11]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/top-3-reasons-why-bangladesh-w-lost-to-new-zealand-w-in-the-women-s-world-cup-2025-match-11/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/top-3-reasons-why-bangladesh-w-lost-to-new-zealand-w-in-the-women-s-world-cup-2025-match-11/ Fri, 10 Oct 2025 22:45:40 GMT

New Zealand Women finally win their first victory of the ICC Women's World Cup 2025, beating Bangladesh Women comprehensively by 100 runs in Match 11. The match was held at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, where New Zealand came back strongly after a sequence of early losses in the tournament. Not only did this win raise their confidence but also pushed them ahead of Bangladesh in the points table.

After winning the toss, New Zealand decided to bat first and scored a competitive 227/9 in their 50-over allotted time. Skipper Sophie Devine opened with a good 63 runs, while Brooke Halliday scored a crucial 69 runs. Both their 112-run stand for the fourth wicket took New Zealand off the shaky start at 38/3. Rabeya Khan for Bangladesh was impressive with the ball, ending on a haul of 3/30.

Chasing 228, Bangladesh’s innings never gained momentum as they collapsed to 33/6 inside the first 14 overs. Despite a late effort from Fahima Khatun (34) and Rabeya Khan (25), the team was eventually bowled out for 127 in 39.5 overs. Jess Kerr (3/21) and Lea Tahuhu (3/22), playing her 100th ODI, were instrumental in sealing a dominant win for the White Ferns. This commanding victory saw New Zealand move to fifth place on the points table. Below are the main reasons for the Bangladesh Women defeat:

1. Top-order collapse:

Bangladesh's top and middle order was in collapse against New Zealand's bowling attack in the chase of 228. They were reduced to 33/6 in 14 overs, effectively killing off their chase. Only three batters reached double figures.

See Also: Women's World Cup 2025 Match 12: ENG-W vs SL-W head-to-head, stadium stats, predicted playing XIs & points table

2. Failure to dismiss New Zealand's middle order: 

Following a strong beginning with the ball, Bangladesh could not keep up the pressure and take wickets in the middle overs. This allowed New Zealand to limit their collapse from 38/3, and build an adequate partnership between Sophie Devine and Brooke Halliday.

3. Excellent bowling from New Zealand: 

New Zealand's bowlers were absolutely overwhelming, piercing through the Bangladesh batting order. Jess Kerr and Tahuhu were particularly damaging, each picking up three wickets. The continued pressure from the New Zealand bowlers meant that Bangladesh were unable to make any effective partnerships.

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