New Zealand vs England: The first game of the three-match series between New Zealand Women and England Women will be aimed at getting off to an early lead. Over the past 12 months, the hosts have suffered, dropping many series both at home and abroad. Following their recent series victory in India, the England women will feel confident.
When playing New Zealand Women, England Women has won eight of the previous 10 encounters. They will succeed because they have a potent batting order and their main players are in terrific form. It would be intriguing to watch if the New Zealand women can rise to the challenge England poses to them as they go through a difficult moment.
The 1st T20 match between New Zealand vs England will take place on March 19th, 2024, at University Oval, Dunedin, New Zealand.
Match Details to Note:
Match: New Zealand vs England, 1st T20 match
Date: March 19th, 2024 (Tuesday)
Time: 05:30 AM IST
Venue: University Oval, Dunedin, New Zealand.

New Zealand vs England
New Zealand (Match Odds- 2.35)
Preview
The finest part of Sophie Devine’s side is not yet over. The team has had a difficult year as they have had trouble staying consistent. In this series, they play against one of the best teams. Devine would prefer that her team win this game by making the most of the home crowd.
The English bowlers will put Suzie Bates and Bernadine Bezuidenhout to the test, so they need to get off to a strong start at the top. With Amelia Kerr and Maddy Green in the middle order, Devine needs to steady the innings. Good batswomen Hannah Rowe and Georgia Plimmer will try to add fast runs in the latter overs.
Due to the bowling attack’s previous struggles, Jess Kerr and Hannah Rowe are needed to take early wickets for the team. In the middle overs, Lea Tahuhu and Fran Jonas must worry the English hitters. In the supporting roles, Devine and Eden Carson will try to put up a strong performance.
Full Squad:
Suzie Bates (c), Eden Carson, Bernadine Bezuidenhout, Izzy Gaze, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Fran Jonas, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Georgia Plimmer, Hannah Rowe, Lea Tahuhu
Players to watch out for in:
Hannah Rowe
Good batswoman Hannah Rowe will try to add fast runs in the latter overs.
Jess Kerr
Due to the bowling attack’s previous struggles, Jess Kerr is needed to take early wickets for the team.
Possible Playing XI:
Sophie Devine (c), Suzie Bates, Bernadine Bezuidenhout (wk), Amelia Kerr, Georgia Plimmer, Hannah Rowe, Jess Kerr, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson, Fran Jonas, Maddy Green
England (Match Odds- 1.60)
Preview
The squad led by Heather Knight will enter this match with confidence. The players will try to take motivation from the team’s victory against India on their most recent visit to the subcontinent. Knight would want to see her team perform well and get out to an early lead in the series since they have a strong record against New Zealand Women.
This squad has undergone a number of changes, and Sophia Dunkley and Maia Bouchier are expected to get off to strong starts. In the middle tier, they want strong performances from Tammy Beaumont, Heather Knight, and Hollie Armitage. The lower middle order is strengthened by Sarah Glenn, Amy Jones, and Danielle Gibson.
The bowling assault will try to take advantage of the circumstances, and Charlotte Dean and Lauren Filler will need to put on a strong display with the new ball. Lauren Bell and Sarah Glenn will want to bat effectively in the middle overs and limit the rate at which the Kiwis score runs. Dunkley and Danielle Gibson bolster this assault.
Full Squad:
Hollie Armitage, Tammy Beaumont, Lauren Bell, Maia Bouchier, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Lauren Filer, Danielle Gibson, Sarah Glenn, Bess Heath, Amy Jones, Heather Knight, Linsey Smith.
Players to watch out for in:
Lauren Bell
Lauren Bell will want to bat effectively in the middle overs and limit the rate at which the Kiwis score runs.
Charlotte Dean
The bowling assault will try to take advantage of the circumstances, and Charlotte Dean will need to put on a strong display with the new ball.
Possible Playing XI:
Heather Knight (c), Maia Bouchier, Amy Jones (wk), Danielle Gibson, Sarah Glenn, Charlotte Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Lauren Bell, Tammy Beaumont, Lauren Filler, Hollie Armitage
New Zealand vs England Toss Prediction:
The bowlers will try to take advantage of the early dampness that is predicted to be present on the surface. As the game goes, batting will get easier. In this style, most teams want to pursue, therefore the team winning the toss should feel free to choose to bowl first.
New Zealand vs England Pitch Report:
Dunedin will see a chilly, cloudy day. This wicket would be difficult to bat on since sideways movement of the ball is predicted. This surface will be fun for fast bowlers to bowl on, and a score of 150 runs or more is considered good on this surface.
New Zealand vs England Match Report:
Recently, women in New Zealand have faced difficulties both at home and abroad. The side has suffered as a result of their bad pitching. They must rely on their hitters to do well since this game will be difficult for them. Both England Women and their batters have been playing well lately. Their advantage in the game is significant.
We predict England to win the New Zealand vs England match at the odds of 1.60
New Zealand vs England Most Recommended Player for Bet:
The bowling assault will try to take advantage of the circumstances, and Charlotte Dean will need to put on a strong display with the new ball.