The USA Women U19 and New Zealand Women U19 are set to lock horns in the opening game of the Super Six, Group 2, of the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025. This high-stakes encounter will kick off at 8:00 AM IST on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the UKM-YSD Cricket Oval in Bangi, Malaysia. With crucial points on the line, both teams will aim to start their Super Six campaign on a strong note.
USA U19 Team Preview
The USA Women U19 sit third in Group 2, with two points and a net run rate of +0.995. Despite a mixed run during the league stage, their victory in a recent warm-up game against New Zealand boosts their morale.
New Zealand U19 Team Preview
Struggling at the bottom of Group 2 with zero points and a net run rate of -1.000, the New Zealand Women U19 face the daunting task of bouncing back against formidable opposition.
The USA Women U19, with their recent victory and better net run rate, are the favorites. However, cricket is a game of uncertainties, and New Zealand Women U19 might surprise us with a spirited performance.
ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025, Super Six Match 1: USA U19 vs New Zealand U19 – Match Details
Date and Time: 25 January, Saturday, 08:00 AM IST
Venue: UKM-YSD Cricket Oval, Bangi, Malaysia
Live Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar (app & website)/ICC.tv
ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025, Super Six Match 1: USA U19 vs New Zealand U19 – Pitch Report
The UKM-YSD Cricket Oval offers a balanced surface with an average score in the 140s. Early assistance for pacers may give way to a batting-friendly pitch as the game progresses. Spinners could play a vital role in the later stages of the innings.
ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025, Super Six Match 1: USA U19 vs New Zealand U19 – Weather Report
The weather is ideal for cricket, with temperatures around 28°C and manageable humidity. Cloud cover might enhance early swing, but rain interruptions are unlikely.
ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025, Super Six Match 1: USA U19 vs New Zealand U19 – Probable Playing XIs
USA U19 Predicted XI: Disha Dhingra, Chetnaa Prasad, Isani Vaghela, Anika Kolan (c & wk), Aditi Chudasama, Ritu Priya Singh, Pooja Ganesh, Pooja Shah, Chetna Pagydyala, Maahi Madhavan, Saanvi Immadi
New Zealand U19 Predicted XI: Emma McLeod, Kate Irwin, Kate Chandler, Anika Todd, Eve Wolland, Tash Wakelin (c), Darcy Rose Prasad (wk), Hannah Oconnor, Sophie Court, Rishika Jaswal, Louisa Kotkamp
ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025, Super Six Match 1: USA U19 vs New Zealand U19 – Head-to-Head Records
There is no information available about matches between USA Women Under-19s and New Zealand Women Under-19s in the ICC Women’s Under-19 T20 World Cup.
Prediction: New Zealand U19 to win the match.
ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025, Super Six Match 1: USA U19 vs New Zealand U19 – Key Players
USA U19
Isani Vaghela: This 19-year-old all-rounder shines with both ball and bat. Her three-wicket haul in a warm-up match against New Zealand was pivotal to the USA’s victory. Vaghela has taken 21 wickets in 23 T20Is with an economy rate of 4.76 and amassed 150 runs overall in 23 T20 matches.
Ritu Singh: An 18-year-old powerhouse, Ritu dazzled with a quick-fire 36 runs from 25 balls, demonstrating her skill as a reliable middle-order anchor. She has a strike rate of 94.05 in T20I cricket and 11 wickets to her name in 15 games.
New Zealand U19
Emma McLeod: A steady performer for New Zealand, Emma’s off-break bowling and batting skills make her a dual-threat for the USA. Her right-arm off-break bowling has also been efficient, and she has accumulated 48 runs from 3 games in this ongoing campaign.
Kate Irwin: Kate’s all-round capabilities, evidenced by her 46-run knock in a warm-up against the West Indies, solidify her as a vital player in New Zealand’s lineup. Irwin showcased her batting skills by scoring 46 runs off 41 balls in a warm-up match against the West Indies U19 squad. Although she hasn’t had much success in the World Cup games, there’s hope she’ll regain her form.
ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025, Super Six Match 1: USA U19 vs New Zealand U19 – Dream 11 Prediction
Wicket- Keeper – Darcy Rose Prasad
Batters – Emma McLeod, Disha Dhingra, Tash Wakelin (c)
All-rounders – Hannah O’Connor, Isani Vaghela, Kate Irwin (vc)
Bowlers – Eve Wolland, Ritu Priya Singh, Louisa Kotkamp, Pooja Shah
ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025, Super Six Match 1: USA U19 vs New Zealand U19: Full Squad
USA U19 Squad: Disha Dhingra, Chetnaa Prasad, Isani Vaghela, Anika Kolan(w/c), Aditi Chudasama, Ritu Priya Singh, Pooja Ganesh, Pooja Shah, Chetna Pagydyala, Maahi Madhavan, Saanvi Immadi, Lekha Shetty, Suhani Thadani
New Zealand U19 Squad: Emma McLeod, Kate Irwin, Kate Chandler, Anika Todd, Eve Wolland, Tash Wakelin(c), Darcy Rose Prasad(w), Hannah Oconnor, Rishika Jaswal, Louisa Kotkamp, Sophie Court, Hannah Francis, Ayaan Lambat, Anika Tauwhare, Elizabeth Buchanan
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