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ENG-W vs NZ-W match 27 statistical preview: Key stats, records and head-to-head ahead of the clash

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The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 is nearing the end of the group stage as England Women (ENG-W) take on New Zealand Women (NZ-W) in the penultimate Match 27 on Sunday, October 26 at the Dr Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam. The high-octane match will kick-off at 11:00 AM IST.

England Women

England Women have played six matches, winning four, losing one with one no result. They are already through to the semi-finals and will look to clinch this game to finish in the top two. In their previous outing, they were beaten by Australia Women by six wickets.

Batting first, England posted 244/9 on the back of Tammy Beaumont’s 78. With the ball, Linsey Smith, Lauren Bell and Sophie Ecclestone claimed a wicket each but it wasn’t enough as Australia chased the target in 40.3 overs. England will aim to fine-tune their combinations and return to winning ways before the knockouts.

New Zealand Women

On the other hand, New Zealand Women have endured a difficult campaign. They have played six matches, winning one, losing three with two no results and are out of semi-final contention. In their last match, they suffered a 53-run defeat after conceding 340/3.

Rosemary Mair, Amelia Kerr and Suzie Bates took one wicket each but all bowlers proved expensive. With the bat, Brooke Halliday (81), Isabella Gaze (65) and Amelia Kerr (45) fought hard but the effort fell short. With nothing left to lose, New Zealand will look to end their campaign on a high.

ENG-W vs NZ-W head-to-head overview

England Women and New Zealand Women have faced each other 85 times in ODIs. England lead the head-to-head with 47 wins to New Zealand’s 37 while one game each has ended in a tie and a no result.

Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium pitch report

The surface in Visakhapatnam is typically batting-friendly, offering even bounce and true pace. Batters can play their strokes freely once settled, though spinners tend to come into play as the game progresses. Pacers will look to exploit early movement before relying on cutters and slower balls. Interestingly, six of the seven Women’s ODIs at this venue have been won by teams batting second, so captains winning the toss are likely to field first.

England Women and New Zealand Women's probable playing XI

England Women

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

New Zealand Women

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

Top run scorers in ENG-W vs NZ-W ODIs

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Suzie Bates: 973 Runs

The veteran opener has scored 973 runs in 41 matches at 24.32 average, including one century and four fifties. Her experience and stroke play at the top remain invaluable for the White Ferns.

Tammy Beaumont: 886 Runs

The English opener has amassed 886 runs in 22 matches at 49.22 average with one century and eight fifties. Her technique and ability to anchor long innings make her a key figure in England’s batting.

Heather Knight: 874 Runs

The former England captain has tallied 874 runs in 35 matches at 30.13 average with one hundred and five fifties. Her consistency and calm approach in pressure moments add vital stability to the middle order.

Top wicket-takers in ENG-W vs NZ-W ODIs

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Sophie Ecclestone: 27 Wickets

England’s premier spinner, Sophie Ecclestone, has taken 27 wickets in 17 matches at 21.07 average, including a five-wicket haul (5/25). Her skill and control make her a genuine match-winner in spin-friendly conditions.

Sophie Devine: 26 Wickets

New Zealand captain, Sophie Devine has picked 26 wickets in 37 matches at 39.03 average with best figures of 3/38. Her seam movement and ability to deliver key overs add depth to the attack.

Charlie Dean: 22 Wickets

The off-spinner has bagged 22 wickets in 12 matches at 22.68 average with best figures of 4/36. Her knack for breaking partnerships has strengthened England’s middle-overs strategy.

ENG-W vs NZ-W stats

England Women’s records

  • Nat Sciver-Brunt has scored 594 runs in 15 ODIs in 2025 at 45.69 average with one century and four fifties.
  • Amy Jones has scored 544 runs in 14 innings this year at 59.45 average, including two hundreds and one fifty.
  • Tammy Beaumont has compiled 494 runs in 14 ODIs in 2025 at 38.00 average with two centuries and two fifties.
  • Sophie Ecclestone has 23 wickets in 11 ODIs this year at 4.11 economy, including two four-wicket hauls.
  • Linsey Smith has 19 wickets in 10 matches this year at 16.89 average and 4.15 economy.
  • Sophie Ecclestone vs Sophie Devine in ODIs: 117 runs, 175 balls, 2 dismissals
  • Charlie Dean vs Amelia Kerr in ODIs: 56 balls, 79 runs, 2 dismissals

New Zealand Women’s records

  • New Zealand have played 47 ODIs in India, winning 22, losing 24 with one tie.
  • Sophie Devine has scored 266 runs in four World Cup 2025 innings at 66.50 average with one century and two fifties.
  • Brooke Halliday has scored 265 runs in nine ODIs in 2025 at 44.16 average.
  • Jess Kerr has 12 wickets in nine ODIs in 2025 at 4.13 economy.
  • Suzie Bates vs Lauren Bell in ODIs: 36 runs, 54 balls, 0 dismissals
  • Amelia Kerr vs Nat Sciver-Brunt in ODIs: 127 runs, 149 balls, 2 dismissals

Records that can be broken in ENG-W vs NZ-W Match 27 of 2025 Women’s World Cup

  • Nat Sciver-Brunt (4290) needs 3 runs to surpass Heather Knight (4292) and become England’s third-highest run-scorer in ODIs.
  • Amy Jones needs 6 fours to complete 300 ODI fours.
  • Charlie Dean needs 8 fours to complete 50 ODI fours.
  • Alice Capsey needs 2 fours to complete 50 ODI fours.
  • Suzie Bates needs 74 runs to become only the second woman after Mithali Raj to reach 6000 ODI runs.
  • Georgia Plimmer requires 39 runs to reach 500 ODI runs and 3 fours to complete 50 ODI fours.