The inaugural game of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2022 will be taking off between New Zealand vs West Indies. The New Zealand women’s squad are in fabulous form and they will be looking to capitalize on their recent success by winning the world cup.
They are coming off a 4-1 series win over India and did great in the warm-up matches of the event. Suzie Bates, Maddy Green, and Amy Satterthwaite are the players to watch out for as New Zealand will be eyeing their second World Cup title.
West Indies Women, on the other hand, will be lacking momentum as they had lost both of their warm-up games against Australia and India by huge margins. They were outplayed by South Africa in the recent four-match series by 2-1. They have got plenty of star players in their lineup with the likes of Stafanie Taylor, Deandra Dottin, and Hayley Matthews who can win matches for them.
Here are the match details, pitch report, probable playing 11, squads, player records/stats and dream11 fantasy team predictions for Match 1 of ICC Women’s World Cup, 2022 between New Zealand Women & West Indies Women.
Match Details
- Match: New Zealand Women vs West Indies Women, Match 1
- Date: Friday, March 4, 2022
- Time: 6:30 AM (IST) / 2:00 PM (Local)
- Venue: Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui
Pitch Report
The wicket condition is going to be ideal for the batters. One can expect a high-scoring encounter on Friday. Spinners will play a crucial role in the middle overs while the pacers might struggle to find the right line and length throughout the game.
NZ-W vs WI-W Probable Playing XI
New Zealand Women Playing XI
Sophie Devine (C), Katey Martin (WK), Hayley Jensen / Rosemary Mair, Hannah Rowe, Amy Satterthwaite, Jess Kerr, Maddy Green, Lea Tahuhu, Amelia Kerr, Brooke Halliday, Suzie Bates.
West Indies Women Playing XI
Stafanie Taylor (C), Shemaine Campbelle / Kycia Knight (WK), Shakera Selman, Hayley Matthews, Chedean Nation, Rashada Williams, Aaliyah Alleyne, Shamilia Connell, Deandra Dottin, Anisa Mohammed, Chinelle Henry.
Average 1st Innings Score
The average first innings score at this venue in the last 5 matches played is 213 runs.
Record of Chasing Team
Based on the last 5 matches —
- Matches Won: 3
- Matches Lost: 2
- Draw/No Result/Abandoned: 0
New Zealand Women & West Indies Women Last 5 Matches Stats
NZ-W Form
WI-W Form
NZ-W vs WI-W Player Record/Stats (Top 5)
| Player | Stats (ODI Career) |
|---|---|
| Stafanie Taylor | 5147 Runs & 148 Wickets |
| Sophie Devine | 2918 Runs & 86 Wickets |
| Amy Satterthwaite | 4464 Runs & 47 Wickets |
| Hayley Matthews | 1504 Runs & 68 Wickets |
| Amelia Kerr | 1039 Runs & 67 Wickets |
NZ-W vs WI-W Captaincy Picks For Fantasy Team
- Amelia Kerr
- Stafanie Taylor
- Hayley Matthews
NZ-W vs WI-W Dream11 Fantasy Team Prediction
Fantasy Team Suggestion 1
- Wicket-Keeper: Shemaine Campbelle
- Batsmen: Suzie Bates, Amy Satterthwaite, Chedean Nation
- All-Rounders: Stafanie Taylor, Hayley Matthews, Sophie Devine, Amelia Kerr
- Bowlers: Shamilia Connell, Hayley Jensen, Jess Kerr
- Captain: Amelia Kerr
- Vice-Captain: Hayley Matthews
Fantasy Team Suggestion 2
- Wicket-Keeper: Shemaine Campbelle
- Batsmen: Amy Satterthwaite, Maddy Green, Chedean Nation
- All-Rounders: Stafanie Taylor, Hayley Matthews, Sophie Devine, Amelia Kerr
- Bowlers: Anisa Mohammed, Shamilia Connell, Hannah Rowe
- Captain: Stafanie Taylor
- Vice-Captain: Amy Satterthwaite
Probable Winner Of The Match
New Zealand Women is expected to win this match.
Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team for the fantasy game please consider the points mentioned and make your own decision at the time of making your team.
