Australia Women vs New Zealand Women, 2nd T20I: Match Prediction – Who will win today's match between AUS-W vs NZ-W?

Australia Women (AUS-W) and New Zealand Women (NZ-W) are all set to take on each other in the second T20I of their ongoing series. Both sides will face off at the Great Barrier Reef Arena, in Mackay, on Sunday, September 22. The first T20I of the series was won by the hosts in what was a close encounter. 

However, New Zealand women will hope to put in a good showing in the upcoming clash and aim to level the series, by registering a win in Mackay. On the other hand, the hosts will hope for another good showing and clinching the series. 

AUS-W vs NZ-W Match Details

Great Barrier Reef Arena Pitch Report and Conditions

The surface at the Great Barrier Reef Arena is one that is quite sporting. Hence, both the batters and the bowlers will get some help from the pitch. Therefore, opting to bat first and defending the target on such a pitch could prove to be a wise decision for the skipper winning the toss in the upcoming fixture. 

AUS-W vs NZ-W Head-to-Head Record in T20Is

AUS-W vs NZ-W Predicted Playing XI

Australia Women:

Alyssa Healy (c), Phoebe Litchfield, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Grace Harris, Tahlia McGrath, Ashleigh Gardner, Megan Schutt, Sophie Molineux, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Wareham.

New Zealand Women:

Sophie Devine (c), Suzie Bates, Eden Carson, Izzy Gaze, Fran Jonas, Jess Kerr, Amelia Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Molly Penfold, Hannah Rowe, Lea Tahuhu.

AUS-W vs NZ-W Predicted Top Performers of the Match

Predicted Best Batter: Phoebe Litchfield 

Australia women’s Phoebe Litchfield could be the best batter in the upcoming second T20I against New Zealand. Litchfield has been in good form as of late, and she showcased her class in the first T20I as well. Notably, the left-hander batter scored 64* runs off 43 deliveries, and piloted her side to chase the total successfully.

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Predicted Best Bowler: Molly Penfold

New Zealand women’s Molly Penfold could turn out to be the best bowler in the second T20I against Australia women. Bowling four overs in her last game, Penfold took two wickets and conceded 24 runs in the process. She will hope for another good showing in the upcoming game as well.

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Today’s Match Prediction: Team batting first to win the match

Scenario 1

Australian women win the toss and bat

Powerplay Score – 50-60

First Innings Score - 150-160

Australia Women win the match

Scenario 2

New Zealand Women win the toss and bat

Powerplay Score - 40-50

First Innings Score - 130-140

New Zealand win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.