In Indore, India, the ICC Women’s World Cup got a fresh start for New Zealand and South Africa.
New Zealand’s captain, Sophie Devine, won the toss and chose to bowl first, hoping the wickets will favor her bowlers. “The pitch is a good cricket surface,” she said. “It’s a bit slower in the second innings, but it’s a solid outfield. We’re looking to put a big total on the board.”
“With the rain forecasting a few showers,” Devine added, “our focus will be on staying tuned and playing the match for the full 100 overs. We know the South African bowlers are dangerous, so it’s a test of our batting and concentration.”
South Africa’s skipper, Laura Wolvaardt, reacted to the decision with a steady tone. “Don’t get hung up on the pitch condition. It may be a hard wicket later on, but we learn from it and move on. We’re ready to jump into the tournament and keep things moving.”
Both sides had shaky starts at the World Cup’s opening matches. New Zealand fell short by 89 runs against Australia, while South Africa was bundled out for just 69 runs in a 10‑wicket defeat by England. The teams are eager to recover and make the most of this high‑profile encounter in Indore.
New Zealand Women – Playing XI
- Suzie Bates
- Georgia Plimmer
- Amelia Kerr
- Sophie Devine (captain)
- Brooke Halliday
- Maddy Green
- Isabella Gaze (wicket‑keeper)
- Jess Kerr
- Lea Tahuhu
- Eden Carson
- Bree Illing
South Africa Women – Playing XI
- Laura Wolvaardt (captain)
- Tazmin Brits
- Sune Luus
- Marizanne Kapp
- Anneke Bosch
- Sinalo Jafta (wicket‑keeper)
- Chloe Tryon
- Nadine de Klerk
- Masabata Klaas
- Ayabonga Khaka
- Nonkululeko Mlaba
The match promises to be a showcase of world‑class women’s cricket, with both teams looking to bounce back from early setbacks.
Source: aninews
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