First Win for White Ferns in Women’s World Cup 2025 – New Zealand Women finally got off the mark in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, registering a comprehensive 100-run victory over Bangladesh Women in Match 11 at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati. After facing a string of losses, the White Ferns bounced back with a dominant all-round display.
Match Summary
| Match | ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 – Match 11 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati |
| Result | New Zealand Women won by 100 runs |
| NZ-W Innings | 227/9 (50 Overs) |
| BAN-W Innings | 127 All Out (39.5 Overs) |
Devine-Halliday Anchor NZ-W Innings
Batting first, New Zealand posted 227/9 in 50 overs. After early hiccups, Sophie Devine (63 off 85) and Brooke Halliday (69 off 104) put together a solid 112-run partnership for the 4th wicket. Their partnership laid the foundation for a defendable total.
Late cameos by Lea Tahuhu (12 off 4) and Eden Carson (4 off 2) added crucial runs at the death. The side recovered well from 38/3 to a competitive total of 227.
NZ-W Batting Highlights
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sophie Devine | 63 | 85 | 2 | 2 | 74.12 |
| Brooke Halliday | 69 | 104 | 5 | 1 | 66.35 |
| Suzie Bates | 29 | 33 | 6 | 0 | 87.88 |
Rabeya Khan was the pick of the bowlers for Bangladesh with figures of 3/30 in 10 overs.
Bangladesh Crumble Under Pressure
In response, Bangladesh never really looked in the chase and were bowled out for just 127 in 39.5 overs. The top order collapsed under pressure, with wickets falling at regular intervals.
Only Fahima Khatun (34 off 80) and Rabeya Khan (25 off 39) showed some resistance. Extras (30) contributed significantly to the total, underlining the lack of partnerships and intent in the batting unit.
BAN-W Batting Highlights
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fahima Khatun | 34 | 80 | 2 | 42.50 |
| Rabeya Khan | 25 | 39 | 2 | 64.10 |
| Nahida Akter | 17 | 32 | 3 | 53.13 |
NZ Bowlers Seal the Deal
The Kiwi bowlers were ruthless from the outset. Jess Kerr (3/21) and Lea Tahuhu (3/22) were clinical in their approach, exploiting the lack of footwork from Bangladeshi batters.
NZ-W Bowling Summary
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jess Kerr | 8 | 21 | 3 | 2.63 |
| Lea Tahuhu | 6 | 22 | 3 | 3.67 |
| Amelia Kerr | 10 | 23 | 1 | 2.30 |
| Rosemary Mair | 6 | 20 | 2 | 3.33 |
Turning Point
The 112-run stand between Devine and Halliday shifted the momentum entirely in New Zealand’s favor. That stand helped them rebuild from 38/3 and post a match-winning total.
This win gives New Zealand a much-needed boost in the tournament standings. Meanwhile, Bangladesh will need to regroup quickly and address their top-order batting woes.
Final Word
This was a statement win from the White Ferns, marking their return to form after a tough start to the tournament. With this confidence, they now look ahead to tougher challenges, while Bangladesh are left seeking consistency in their performance.
