The 2nd T20I of the New Zealand Women tour of Australia 2024 will see the clash between Australia Women and New Zealand Women at the Harrup Park, Mackay on Sunday, 22 September 2024. Keep reading to find out the AUS-W vs NZ-W Match Prediction 2nd T20I New Zealand Women tour of Australia 2024.
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In the 1st T20I of New Zealand Women’s tour of Australia, Australia claimed an exciting win, defeating New Zealand by 5 wickets. New Zealand set a competitive target, posting 143/7 in their 20 overs. However, Australia chased it down comfortably, reaching 145/5 in 18.4 overs. Australia’s calm approach and strong batting depth proved to be the difference in a closely contested match, giving them a winning start in the series.
New Zealand’s innings was anchored by Maddy Green, who top-scored with 35 from 33 balls, while captain Suzie Bates added a steady 33 off 27 deliveries. Leigh Kasperek chipped in with a valuable 14 runs from 16 balls. Despite a promising total, the Kiwi side couldn’t fully capitalize as Australia’s bowlers maintained control. Heather Graham, with 1/13 from 2 overs, Annabel Sutherland with 1/18 in 3 overs, and Sophie Molineux, who impressed with 1/19 in her full 4 overs, kept New Zealand’s batters in check.
Australia’s chase was led by Phoebe Litchfield, who played a match-winning knock of 64 off 43 balls, anchoring the innings beautifully. Georgia Wareham added a crucial 26 from 20 deliveries, and skipper Alyssa Healy contributed with 17 off 18, ensuring the chase remained steady. Australia’s batters showed great composure, never letting the required rate get out of hand.
For New Zealand, Molly Penfold shone with the ball, taking 2/24 from her 4 overs, while Brooke Halliday and Lea Tahuhu also took a wicket each. Despite their efforts, Australia’s batters proved too strong and guided their team to victory with 8 balls remaining, sealing an early lead in the series.
Team News
Australia Women Team News:
At present, there have been no updates regarding injuries within the Australia Women’s team. Any alterations to this status will be promptly communicated to all relevant parties.
New Zealand Women Team News:
Currently, there are no new injury reports concerning the New Zealand Women’s team. Any changes in this regard will be swiftly communicated to all relevant parties without delay.
The present form of teams
Australia Women Present form:
Australia Women are on a remarkable winning streak, having secured victories in their last five matches. Their consistent performance reflects their dominance in recent games, showcasing strong teamwork and individual brilliance across the board. This winning momentum is a significant boost as they aim to continue their success in the ongoing series.
New Zealand Women Present form:
Conversely, New Zealand Women are facing a challenging phase, with five consecutive losses in their recent matches. This tough run has raised concerns about their form and strategies as they look to turn things around. The team will need to regroup and focus on their strengths to regain confidence and improve their performance in upcoming fixtures. A turnaround is essential if they hope to compete effectively against a high-performing Australia side.
Pitch Report for Today’s Match AUS-W vs NZ-W 2nd T20I
The pitch is characterized by its pace and bounce, providing an excellent surface for fast bowlers to thrive. Batting conditions are generally average, meaning that while runs can be scored, batters will need to be cautious against quick deliveries. Spin bowlers will find the conditions average as well, suggesting that while they can contribute, they may not have a significant advantage. Overall, the pitch promises an exciting contest between batters and bowlers alike.
Weather Forecast for Today’s Match AUS-W vs NZ-W 2nd T20I
In Mackay, Australia, the temperature is a comfortable 21.3°C. The skies are partly cloudy, with a cloud cover of 56%. There’s a minimal chance of rain at 0%, making it unlikely to impact play. A gentle breeze is blowing at 5.80 km/h, creating pleasant conditions for a great day of cricket. Perfect weather for the match ahead!
AUS-W vs NZ-W Predicted XIs for Today’s Match
Australia Women’s Predicted XI:
Beth Mooney, Alyssa Healy (WK/C), Tahlia McGrath, Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Annabel Sutherland, Heather Graham, Georgia Wareham, Megan Schutt, Tayla Vlaeminck, Sophie Molineux
New Zealand Women’s Predicted XI:
Izzy Gaze (WK), Maddy Green, Suzie Bates, Brooke Halliday, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Leigh Kasperek, Fran Jonas, Lea Tahuhu, Jess Kerr, Molly Penfold
Australia Women vs New Zealand Women head-to-head:
Let’s have a look at the head-to-head record for the AUS-W vs NZ-W prediction. This will help us to understand who will win today’s New Zealand Women tour of Australia 2024 2nd T20I prediction or who has a higher chance of winning between Australia Women vs New Zealand Women.
AUS-W vs NZ-W head-to-head in ODI
| AUS-W vs NZ-W Head-to-Head Record | |
| Total Matches Played | 47 |
| AUS-W Won | 26 |
| NZ-W Won | 21 |
| No Result | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
AUS-W vs NZ-W Toss Prediction:
Choosing to field first upon winning the toss may be the best strategy. This decision offers the advantage of assessing pitch conditions and setting a target based on the opposition’s performance.
Here is our AUS-W vs NZ-W T20I Match Prediction
Case 1: If Australia Women bats first
First Innings score prediction: Australia Women will score 165-175
Result prediction: Australia Women will win the match by 15-25 runs
Case 2: If New Zealand Women bats first
First Innings score prediction: New Zealand Women will score 140-150
Result prediction: Australia Women will win the match by 6 wickets
AUS-W vs NZ-W Today Match Prediction:
After a commendable win over New Zealand Women in the upcoming match, when Australia Women and New Zealand Women will face each other, Australia Women is in a strong position to win over New Zealand Women.
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