The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 will take place from September 30 to November 2, with matches in India and Sri Lanka. The New Zealand Women’s team will begin their journey on October 1 against Australia in Indore. The tournament will be played in the 50-over ODI format, where each of the eight teams plays seven league matches before the top four qualify for the semi-finals. Led by captain Sophie Devine, New Zealand have a balanced squad of experienced stars and young talent, aiming to make a strong impact in this World Cup.
ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Tournament Summary
- Event: ICC Women’s World Cup 2025
- Dates: 30 September – 2 November 2025
- Format: 50-over One Day Internationals (ODIs)
- Structure: Round-robin (each team plays 7 matches) → Top 4 into semi-finals → Final
- Total Teams: 8 | Matches: 31
- Hosts: Primarily India, with some matches in Sri Lanka
New Zealand Women’s Squad : Women’s World Cup 2025
| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| Captain | Sophie Devine (Batting All-rounder) |
| All-rounders | Suzie Bates, Sophie Devine, Brooke Halliday, Georgia Plimmer, Flora Devonshire, Bree Illing, Amelia Kerr |
| Batters | Maddy Green |
| Wicketkeepers | Polly Inglis, Isabella Gaze, Bella James |
| Bowlers | Eden Carson, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Lea Tahuhu |
New Zealand’s strength lies in versatile all-rounders and a balanced bowling attack.
New Zealand’s Match Schedule (Round-Robin Stage)
| Match # | Date | Opponent | Venue | Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Oct 1 | vs Australia | Holkar, Indore | 3:00 PM |
| 6 | Oct 6 | vs South Africa | Holkar, Indore | 3:00 PM |
| 11 | Oct 10 | vs Bangladesh | Barsapara, Guwahati | 3:00 PM |
| 14 | Oct 13 | vs South Africa (if applicable with fixture repeats) | Visakhapatnam | 3:00 PM |
| 19 | Oct 18 | vs Pakistan | R. Premadasa, Colombo | 3:00 PM |
| 23 | Oct 22 | vs England | Holkar, Indore | 3:00 PM |
| 24 | Oct 23 | vs India | Dr DY Patil, Navi Mumbai | 3:00 PM |
Based on the round-robin format, New Zealand must finish among top four to reach semi-finals (Oct 29 or Oct 30), with final on Nov 2.
Venues New Zealand Will Play In
- Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore
- Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
- R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
- Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
- ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam
Players to Watch & Team Strengths
- Sophie Devine (Captain): Provides attacking intent with bat and experience; a strong motivator.
- Amelia Kerr & Suzie Bates: Trusted all-rounders—offer batting stability and useful overs.
- Lea Tahuhu & Jess Kerr: Key pace bowlers who can shake early partnerships.
- Polly Inglis / Isabella Gaze: Young wicketkeeper-batters who can change game when required.
- Maddy Green: Top-order contributions will be crucial to building strong starts.
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Challenges & What New Zealand Must Do
- Early momentum: Winning first few games to build confidence.
- Handling spin in India/Sri Lanka conditions: Adaptation will be vital.
- Using depth in batting so pressure doesn’t build.
- Versatile bowling options: Using pace and spin smartly depending on venue.
Broadcast & Live Viewing
- Coverage on Star Sports Network (depending on region)
- Streaming likely via platforms such as JioCinema / Hotstar for viewers in India-region
Read more: India Women’s World Cup 2025: Squad
Conclusion
New Zealand Women arrive at the World Cup 2025 ready to challenge. With a mix of experience (Devine, Bates, Kerr) and rising players, they have solid depth. If they perform well under pressure—especially in spinning and unfamiliar conditions—they have the chance to reach the semi-finals and possibly go further. Fans will be watching to see if New Zealand can bring consistency and flair to make this tournament memorable.
