NZ-W vs ENG-W Match Prediction, 2nd T20I- Who will win today’s match between NZ-W vs ENG-W?

New Zealand women and England women are all set to continue their ongoing five-game T20I series as they gear up to face off in the second T20I at the Saxton Oval in Nelson on Friday, March 22. Both teams will aim to put in their best performance as the series starts to get interesting. 

The first T20I saw England claim the victory after a dominant display in Dunedin. However, as the second clash rolls around, the hosts will aim to improve, level the score, and establish their dominance. 

NZ-W vs ENG-W Match Details

Pitch Report

The Saxton Oval in Nelson is a surface that is heavily preferred by batters. A high-scoring encounter is almost always a guarantee at the venue, with the teams batting second emerging victorious the majority of the time. Opting to bowl first after winning the toss could prove to be an optimal decision. 

NZ-W vs ENG-W Head-to-Head Record

NZ-W vs ENG-W Probable Playing XI

New Zealand:

Bernadine Bezuidenhout (wk), Suzie Bates, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (c), Maddy Green, Hannah Rowe, Isabella Gaze, Jess Kerr, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson, Fran Jonas

England:

Sophia Dunkley, Maia Bouchier, Tammy Beaumont, Heather Knight, Amy Jones (wk), Hollie Armitage, Danielle Gibson, Bess Health, Freya Kemp, Lauren Bell, Sarah Glenn

Probable Best Players

Probable Best Batter of the Match: Heather Knight

England women’s skipper Heather Knight could be the best batter in the second T20I of the ongoing series against New Zealand. Knight was exceptional in the first game of the series, and her knock of 63 runs was crucial to the visitors registering a win. 

Probable Best Bowler of the Match: Lauren Bell

England’s Lauren Bell could be the best bowler in the second T20I of the series. With two wickets in the first clash, Bell impressed with her performance, and she will be keen on putting in a similar showing in the upcoming game as well. 

Today's Match Prediction: Team batting second to win the match

Scenario - 1

New Zealand Women win the toss and bowl

Powerplay Score – 35-45

First Innings Score - 170-180

New Zealand Women win the match

Scenario - 2

England Women win the toss and bowl

Powerplay Score - 40-50

First Innings Score - 180-190

England Women 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.