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The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 continues as New Zealand Women (NZ-W) take on Bangladesh Women (BAN-W) in Match 11 on Friday, October 10 at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. The high-voltage contest will begin at 3:00 PM IST and will be crucial for both teams aiming to resurrect their campaigns.
New Zealand Women
It has been an abysmal start for New Zealand Women, who have suffered two consecutive defeats to begin their campaign. They first went down to Australia Women by 89 runs and in their recent outing, they lost to South Africa Women by six wickets despite posting a competitive 231.
Captain Sophie Devine led from the front with a fine 85 but the rest of the batting lineup, particularly Suzie Bates, Amelia Kerr and Maddy Green failed to make it count. With the ball, Amelia Kerr was the standout as she snagged two wickets while Jess Kerr and Lea Tahuhu took one apiece. Heading into Guwahati, New Zealand will need their top order to fire collectively and their bowlers to maintain discipline if they are to open their account in the tournament.
Bangladesh Women
Bangladesh Women began their campaign in style with a seven-wicket victory over Pakistan Women but their momentum was halted by a four-wicket loss to England Women in the last match. After being invited to bat first, Bangladesh were bundled out for 178 despite a fighting 60 from Sobhana Mostary, a gritty 30 from Sharmin Akhter and a late flourish of 43 off 27 by Rabeya Khan.
With the ball, Fahima Khatun impressed with figures of 3/16 from 10 overs while Marufa Akter picked up two wickets. However, the rest of the bowling unit failed to build pressure consistently. To upset New Zealand, Bangladesh will need a complete team performance, both in the top order and with the ball.
NZ-W vs BAN-W head-to-head overview
New Zealand Women and Bangladesh Women have met in four ODIs so far. The White Ferns hold the upper hand, having won two matches while two encounters ended in no result. Bangladesh Women are yet to record a win against New Zealand in the format.
Barsapara Cricket Stadium pitch report
The Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati offers a batting-friendly surface where runs flow freely once batters get their eye in. Pacers usually get limited assistance, though spinners come into play as the match progresses. Recent matches have shown that bowlers who vary their pace can make an impact but stroke-makers who apply themselves early tend to dominate. Considering the trend and the possibility of evening dew, the captain winning the toss is expected to bowl first and look to chase under lights.
New Zealand Women and Bangladesh Women’s probable playing XI
New Zealand Women
Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (c), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (wk), Bree Illing, Eden Carson, Lea Tahuhu, Jess Kerr.
Bangladesh Women
Rubya Haider, Sharmin Akhter, Nigar Sultana (c & wk), Sobhana Mostary, Ritu Moni, Shorna Akter, Fahima Khatun, Nahida Akter, Rabeya Khan, Marufa Akter, Shanjida Akter Meghla
Top run scorers in NZ-W vs BAN-W ODIs
We are considering only the players from the current squad.
Suzie Bates: 232 Runs
Veteran opener, Suzie Bates has scored 232 runs in four innings against Bangladesh Women in ODIs at an astounding average of 232.00 with three fifties and a best of 93*. After back-to-back ducks to start the tournament, she will aim to get some runs under her belt.
Nigar Sultana: 103 Runs
Bangladesh skipper, Nigar Sultana has compiled 103 runs in three innings at 34.33 average against England Women in ODIs which includes a classy 73. She is the glue that holds the middle order together.
Sophie Devine: 78 Runs
New Zealand captain, Sophie Devine has scored 78 runs in four matches against Bangladesh with a strike rate of at 96.29. She remains a key player capable of changing games with her all-round brilliance.
Top wicket-takers in NZ-W vs BAN-W ODIs
We are considering only the players from the current squad.
Jess Kerr: 5 Wickets
Jess Kerr has taken five wickets in three matches at an average of 13.40 and an economy rate of 2.91 with best figures of 4/23, making her the most effective bowler in this matchup.
Ritu Moni: 1 Wicket
Ritu Moni has claimed one wicket in three matches with best figures of 1/21. She brings control with the ball and contributes vital lower-order runs.
Suzie Bates: 0 Wickets
Though primarily a batter, Suzie Bates has bowled occasionally, conceding just 9 runs in two overs. She doesn’t have a wicket against Bangladesh Women in ODIs.
NZ-W vs BAN-W key stats
New Zealand Women’s records
- New Zealand Women have played 45 ODIs in India, winning 21, losing 23 and drawing one.
- Sophie Devine has been in sublime form as she has scored 197 runs in two World Cup matches this year at an average of 98.50, including a century and a fifty.
- Maddy Green has scored 156 runs in five matches in 2025 at an average of 39.00, featuring one hundred.
- Georgia Plimmer has racked up 171 runs in four innings this year, including a maiden ODI ton.
- Jess Kerr has picked up 8 wickets in five ODIs in 2025, maintaining an economy of 3.93.
- Suzie Bates vs Marufa Akter in ODIs: 33 runs, 45 balls, 0 dismissals
- Amelia Kerr vs Ritu Moni in ODIs: 18 runs, 21 balls, 0 dismissals
- Maddy Green vs Marufa Akter in ODIs: 6 runs, 6 balls, 0 dismissals
Bangladesh Women’s records
- Bangladesh Women have played four ODIs in India and have lost all.
- Sharmin Akhter is Bangladesh’s top scorer in 2025 with 396 runs in 10 matches at 65.45 strike rate, including three fifties.
- Nigar Sultana has contributed 357 runs in 10 ODIs this year at 77.27 strike rate with one hundred and three fifties.
- Fahima Khatun has taken 14 wickets in nine ODIs in 2025 at 4.09 economy, including a five-wicket haul.
- Nahida Akter has bagged 12 wickets in 10 matches this year at 4.06 economy with one four-fer.
- Nigar Sultana vs Jess Kerr in ODIs: 6 runs, 14 balls, 0 dismissals
- Fargana Hoque vs Amelia Kerr in ODIs: 14 runs, 25 balls, 0 dismissals
Records that can be broken in NZ-W vs BAN-W Match 11 of 2025 Women’s World Cup
- Suzie Bates needs 104 runs to become only the second woman after Mithali Raj to reach 6000 ODI runs.
- Maddy Green is five fours away from completing 150 ODI fours.
- Brooke Halliday needs 57 runs to reach 1000 ODI runs and 10 fours to complete 100 ODI fours.
- Georgia Plimmer requires 73 runs to complete 500 ODI runs.
- Sharmin Akhter needs three fours to reach 150 ODI fours.
- Ritu Moni requires two fours to reach 50 ODI fours.
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