NZW vs PAKW Probable Playing 11: Sophie Devine-led New Zealand will square off against Fatima Sana-led Pakistan in the 19th match of the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 on October 18 at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.
New Zealand and Pakistan had a disappointing start in the ongoing marquee tournament. With New Zealand securing only one win out of four games, Pakistan went winless in four games scheduled so far.
Pakistan lost the games played against Bangladesh, India and Australia. Meanwhile, their game against England ended with no result.
On the other hand, New Zealand suffered defeats against Australia and South Africa while secured a win against Bangladesh. Meanwhile, their game against Sri Lanka women has been abandoned due to rain.
With Pakistan reeling down in the bottom, New Zealand has secured 5th position in the Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Points table.
NZW vs PAKW Weather Report
According to weather Report, the conditions will be humid and rainy at Colombo. The humidity will rise upto 80%. The temperature will range between 25 and 30 degrees celsius.
Dew might play a major part in the second innings of the game. With chance threat, there might be some impact on the game.
Also Read: R. Premadasa Stadium Weather Today – Live Updates
NZW vs PAKW Pitch Report
The pitch at Colombo offers a slow, bounce track which favours spin bowlers. Batters need to rotate strike and a total of 240-250 are competitive.
The Surface provides bounce but requires shot selections as spinners find grip and turn as the match progress. Fast bowlers may get some initial movement, but the pitch quickly settles into a spinner’s paradise.
NZW vs PAKW Probable Playing 11
New Zealand Women
Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (c), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (wk), Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing, Eden Carson
Pakistan Women
Muneeba Ali, Omaima Sohail, Sidra Amin, Aliya Riaz, Natalia Pervaiz, Fatima Sana (c), Sidra Nawaz (wk), Rameen Shamim, Diana Baig, Nashra Sandhu, Sadia Iqbal
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