NZ-W vs EN-W: 1st T20I Fantasy Predictions, Tips, Teams, Pitch Report & Top Picks

NZ-W vs EN-W, T20I Series: Fantasy Tips for the 1st T20I [X]

New Zealand Women (NZ-W) and England Women (EN-W) are all set to take on each other in the first T20 International of the five-match T20I series. The match will be played at the University of Otago Oval, Dunedin in New Zealand at on Tuesday, March 19th, 2024 at 5:30 AM IST.

Before the match goes live, here is a look at the fantasy predictions, tips, pitch report, top picks and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.

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NZ-W vs EN-W - Head-to-Head Stats

New Zealand Women have managed to win only 10 out of the 27 T20Is played between the two sides. England Women have won 16 times while four encounters ended up with no result.

NZ-W vs EN-W - Pitch Report

The University Oval’s cricket track proves to be a batter’s haven, allowing players to accumulate significant runs. Nonetheless, bowlers can apply pressure in the opening overs through skilful swing and movement. As the game unfolds, spinners may also come into play.

University of Otago Oval Ground Stats (T20Is Record)

Total matches: 3
Matches won batting first: 2
Matches won bowling first: 1

Average first innings score: 195
Highest total recorded: 224/7 by New Zealand vs Pakistan
Lowest total recorded: 141/10 by Sri Lanka vs New Zealand

Fantasy Value from Pitch Report

• Good seam bowlers from both teams are a must-pick.
• Top-order batters from both sides are beneficial.

NZ-W vs EN-W - Fantasy Cricket Tips

Scenario 1: If New Zealand Women bat first

• If the New Zealand women bat first, Suzie Bates, Maddy Green, Bernadine Bezuidenhout, and Sophie Devine will be the key batters from their team.
• The bowling department will be handled by Amelia Kerr, Hanna Rowe, Lea Tahuhu, Jess Kerr, and Sophie Devine.

Scenario 2: If England Women Bat First

• If the England Women bat first, Natalie Sciver-Brunt, Heather Knight, Tammy Beaumont, and Amy Jones will be the key batters from their team.
• The bowling department will be handled by Charlie Dean, Alice Capsey, Natalie Sciver-Brunt, and Sarah Glenn.

NZ-W vs EN-W - Winner Predictions

England women won their last T20I series against India women back in December 2023 by a 2-1 margin, while New Zealand women lost their last T20I series against Pakistan women. England women are favourites to clinch a victory here against New Zealand women, as per head-to-head records between these two teams.

NZ-W vs EN-W - Top Player Picks

Suzie Bates (NZ-W)

Suzie Bates, the right-handed opening batter, has struck 4418 runs at an average of 30.06 with one century and 27 fifties; she also picked up 56 wickets in 85 T20I innings. She is a perfect fit for this category.

Sophie Devine (NZ-W)

Skipper Sophie Devine is a world-class all-rounder who has played 127 T20I matches so far for her team. She has 113 wickets and scored 3107 runs. She is a must-pick for this match.

Nat Sciver-Brunt (EN-W)

All-rounder Nat Sciver-Brunt performed pretty well in the recently concluded WPL 2024; her performance with both bat and ball was commendable. Looking at her current form, she is also a top pick for this game.

Heather Knight (EN-W)

Skipper Heather Knight is also a good all-round performer on her team. She has scored 1738 runs and picked up 21 wickets in 107 matches.

NZ-W vs EN-W - Differential Picks

Amelia Kerr (NZ-W)

Amelia Kerr is coming into the this game with not such a great form with her. She struggled in the later stages of WPL 2024 and will be eager to turn it around in the international arena. She is a great differential pick considering her all-round ability.

Tammy Beaumont (EN-W)

Tammy Beaumont is an experienced T20 player; she has scored 1721 runs in 83 T20I innings, with the best score of 116 runs. Her experience and consistency over the years make her a great differential pick for this match.

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NZ-W vs EN-W - Fantasy Expert Advice

Given the conditions and the probable-XIs of both teams, a combination of 2-4-3-2 or 1-4-4-2 looks ideal and perfect for this match.

NZ-W vs EN-W - Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Bernadine Bezuidenhout, Bess Heath
Batters: Suzie Bates, Tammy Beaumont, Maddy Green, Heather Knight
All-rounders: Sophie Devine, Natalie Sciver-Brunt, Hannah Rowe
Bowlers: Sarah Glenn, Lea Tahuhu

Captain: Natalie Sciver-Brunt
Vice-captain: Suzie Bates

New Zealand women: 6 Players, England women: 5 Players

NZ-W vs EN-W - Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Amy Jones
Batters: Suzie Bates, Tammy Beaumont, Maddy Green, Maia Bouchier
All-rounders: Sophie Devine, Natalie Sciver-Brunt, Amelia Kerr, Alice Capsey
Bowlers: Charlie Dean, Leigh Kasperek

Captain: Amelia Kerr
Vice-captain: Sophie Devine

New Zealand women: 5 Players, England women: 6 Players