New Zealand vs England: New Zealand will lock horns with England in the third ODI of the three-match series at Seddon Park, Hamilton, New Zealand on Sunday, April 07. England currently holds the lead in the series, winning both games of the series so far. Whereas it’s a reality check for White Ferns who have been outplayed in the T20Is 4-1 and will now play to avoid the whitewash in the ODIs after losing the first two matches easily.
Hosts New Zealand’s performance through the series has been exceptionally poor as they suffered losses in the first two ODIs. In the batting department, the Kiwis need a more substantial performance from their top order. With just 58 runs scored collectively by the top four in the previous ODI, there’s a clear deficiency that the middle order had to compensate for. It’s pivotal for veterans like Suzie Bates and Amelia Kerr to lead the charge in lifting the team’s batting standards. With their regular skipper Sophie Devine’s return for the final game, the Kiwis will be looking to end the series on a high.
On the other hand, England has been brilliant since the T20I series, winning it 4-1. The first ODI saw visitors claim a narrow victory in Wellington. In the second ODI, England batted first and they posted a competitive total of 252 before being bowled out. With the help of Tammy Beaumont’s knock of 81 runs and Nat Sciver’s splendid bowling display, England registered their second victory of the series. The visitor team is eyeing a clean sweep in the ODI series to cap off their dominant tour.
New Zealand vs England, 3rd ODI – Match Details
Date and Time: 07 April 2024, Sunday, 04:30 AM IST
Venue: Seddon Park, Hamilton, New Zealand
Live Streaming: Amazon Prime Video India
New Zealand vs England, 3rd ODI – Pitch Report
The pitch at this venue is known for being well-balanced, offering fair opportunities for both batters and bowlers. In the recent ODI, the batters could capitalize on the conditions and post a respectable total. However, the pitch also provides significant swing and seam movement, which can be beneficial for pace bowlers. The average score batting first in ODIs in Seddon Park is 203.
New Zealand vs England, 3rd ODI – Weather Report
The weather forecast will be partly cloudy and pleasant. However, there is no chance of rain. The temperature is expected to be around 21-degree Celsius with 65% humidity.
New Zealand vs England, 3rd ODI – Probable Playing XIs
New Zealand: Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine(c), Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Isabella Gaze(wk), Hannah Rowe, Jess Kerr, Lea Tahuhu, Fran Jonas
England: Tammy Beaumont, Maia Bouchier, Heather Knight(c), Nat Sciver Brunt, Alice Capsey, Danielle Wyatt, Amy Jones(wk), Charlie Dean, Sophie Ecclestone, Kate Cross, Lauren Bell
New Zealand vs England, 3rd ODI – Head-to-Head Records
Matches Played | 29 |
New Zealand won | 5 |
England won | 24 |
Prediction: New Zealand to win the match.
New Zealand vs England, 3rd ODI – Key Players
New Zealand
- Suzie Bates: Bates is one of the key players for New Zealand in the second ODI. Her contribution at the top of the order is very crucial for the hosts to get a good start. She is the most experienced player in the current New Zealand setup. The 36-year-old had a good series so far, scoring 78 runs and picking up 2 wickets.
- Jess Kerr: She is the top wicket-taker for New Zealand in the competition with 4 scalps under her belt. Her role in the New Zealand bowling department is very vital as she has the potential to strike under pressure. Jess Kerr is expected to do the same in the second ODI to assist her team get the first win of the series.
England
- Tammy Beaumont: She could be the best batter in the third ODI of the ongoing series against New Zealand. Beaumont was exceptional in the previous game, and her knock of 81 runs was crucial to the visitors registering a 56-run win. In the final game also, the right-hand batter will be looking to play a key role to guide her team to victory and seal the series for them.
- Lauren Bell: Bell could be the best bowler in the third ODI of the series. With four wickets in the series so far, Bell has impressed everyone with her performances, and she will be keen on putting in a similar showing in the upcoming game as well to help her side register a series whitewash.
New Zealand vs England, 3rd ODI – Dream 11 Prediction
Wicket-Keeper: Amy Jones
Batters: Heather Knight, Suzie Bates, Tammy Beaumont
All-rounders: Amelia Kerr (c), Nat Sciver-Brunt (vc)
Bowlers: Sophie Ecclestone, Charlie Dean, Lauren Bell, Kate Cross, Jess Kerr
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