NZ-W vs PK-W, ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2021-22, Match No 26, Dream 11 Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report, and Other Updates

New Zealand Women will take on the Pakistan Women in match no. 26 of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2021-22. The NZ-W vs PK-W match will be played at the Hagley Oval, Christchurch on Saturday, March 26, 2022. New Zealand Women are coming off of a 1 wicket loss against England Women. Batting first, New Zealand women set up a target of 204 runs with help of Maddy Green’s half-century and captain Sophie Devine’s 41 runs.

Chasing the total, England women were in a very comfortable position until they started losing wickets in the middle overs. Frances Mackay of New Zealand picked up 4 important wickets, however the England women managed to reach the target with just one wicket in hand.

Similarly, the Pakistan Women team, are coming off of a disappointing loss against the England Women. In what was a very one-sided match, Pakistan Women were bundled over in a mere total of 105 runs. The total proved to be too little for the England women as they finished the chase in less than 20 overs with an amazing knock of 76 runs from Danielle Wyatt.

Match Details

Date: 26-Mar-2022

Time: 02:30 AM IST

Venue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch

Where to watch: Fancode

Pitch report

The wicket at the Hagley Oval, Christchurch has been an equally good for both bat and ball. Team winning the toss might decide bat first, however bowling first is not going to be a major problem for the teams. It will all come down to the execution of the plans from both the teams.

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Weather Forecast

Conditions seem to be perfect for the NZ-W vs PK-W contest. The weather report suggests that there is very little possibility of showers, with the temperature expected to hover between 19-12 degrees Celsius.

NZ-W vs PK-W: Dream 11 Top Picks 

Sophie Devine– has been in amazing form with the bat in hand for the New Zealand Women’s team. She has scored 297 runs and picked in just 6 innings and should be a favourite for your Dream11 team.

Lea Tahuhu– is another New Zealand Women player who has been good in this tournament but with the bowl. She has picked up 10 wickets in 6 matches in this tournament so far.

Sidra Ameen- is the highest run-getter for Pakistan Women in the tournament so far. The Pakistan Women batsman has scored 188 runs in the tournament and has a century to her name.

Nashra Sandhu– has been the pick of the bowler for Pakistan Women in the tournament. She has scored a total of 8 wickets so far in just 6 matches.

Dream 11 Fantasy Team 1 For NZ-W vs PK-W

Batters – Amy Satterthwaite, Omaima Sohail, Sidra Ameen

Bowlers – Nashra Sandhu, Lea Tahuhu, Frances Mackay

All-rounders – Sophie Devine, Amelia Kerr, Nida Dar, Bismah Maroof

Wicket-Keeper – Katey Martin

NZ-W vs PK-W: Dream11 Captain & Vice-Captain Choice for today’s match 

Captain – Amelia Kerr

Vice-Captain – Omaima Sohail

Dream 11 Fantasy Team 2 For NZ-W vs PK-W

Batters – Suzie Bates, Amy Satterthwaite, Omaima Sohail, Sidra Ameen

Bowlers – Nashra Sandhu, Lea Tahuhu, Frances Mackay

All-rounders – Sophie Devine, Amelia Kerr, Nida Dar

Wicket-Keeper – Katey Martin

NZ-W vs PK-W: Dream11 Captain & Vice-Captain Choice for today’s match 

Captain – Nida Dar

Vice-Captain – Sophie Devine

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Probable XI for NZ-W vs PK-W

NZ-W: Suzie Bates, Sophie Devine (c), Amelia Kerr, Amy Satterthwaite, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Katey Martin (wk), Frances Mackay, Hannah Rowe, Lea Tahuhu, Jess Kerr

PK-W: Sidra Ameen, Nahida Khan, Bismah Maroof (c), Omaima Sohail, Nida Dar, Aliya Riaz, Fatima Sana, Sidra Nawaz (wk), Diana Baig, Nashra Sandhu, Aiman Anwer

Who will Win- NZ-W vs PK-W Match Prediction

Looking at the current form and team combination, New Zealand Women should be expected to win the match. However, it will be interesting to find out if Pakistan Women can breakthrough to win the NZ-W vs PK-W match.

Disclaimer: The team is built upon the author’s understanding, analysis, and instincts. You can choose your team by considering the points above and making your own decision accordingly.