NZW vs PAKW Playing 11: Sophie Devine-led New Zealand will square off against Fatima Sana-led Pakistan in the 19th match of the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 on October 18 at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.
New Zealand and Pakistan had a disappointing start in the ongoing marquee tournament. With New Zealand securing only one win out of four games, Pakistan went winless in four games scheduled so far.
Pakistan lost the games played against Bangladesh, India and Australia. Meanwhile, their game against England ended with no result.
On the other hand, New Zealand suffered defeats against Australia and South Africa while securing a win against Bangladesh. Meanwhile, their game against the Sri Lankan women has been abandoned due to rain.
With Pakistan reeling at the bottom, New Zealand has secured 5th position in the Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Points table.
New Zealand Women won the toss and opted to bowl. Speaking at the toss, Sophie Devine said, “We’re going to bowl first today. I think we saw that they pitched it a little up in the England vs Pakistan game.”
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“So we’re going to have a first crack at that, and especially with the weather that’s been around in Colombo probably the last week or so, I think knowing what to chase is sometimes of benefit,” added New Zealand captain
“Just got to focus on this game. I think, you know, that’s been our priority, focusing on this game and making sure that we do the basics really well and focus on the processes. I know it’s very cliché, but we know if we start focusing too far ahead, then we can sort of get ahead of ourselves,” added Sophie.
“So looking forward to a really good challenge here against Pakistan. We have got full belief in our two openers. I think especially when you’ve got Suzie there, who’s got a wealth of experience, and Georgia Plummer as well, who’s still learning her craft, but she’s such an exciting talent.”
“So for us, we’re absolutely backing them 100 percent and looking forward to seeing what they can do today with the bat,” concluded Devine.
Meanwhile, Pakistan captain Fatima Sana said, “We have good belief in our side, and the way the guys performed, in our bowling and fielding side. I think we still have that belief. Hopefully, they will execute a better plan today and bounce back. Hopefully we will try to win this game. Playing with the same team.”
NZW vs PAKW Playing 11
New Zealand women Playing 11: Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine(c), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze(w), Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson
Pakistan Women Playing 11: Muneeba Ali, Omaima Sohail, Sidra Amin, Aliya Riaz, Natalia Pervaiz, Fatima Sana(c), Sidra Nawaz(w), Rameen Shamim, Diana Baig, Nashra Sandhu, Sadia Iqbal
