The third and final Twenty20 International (T20I) between hosts New Zealand and Australia will be played at Sky Stadium, Wellington, on March 26, starting at 7:15 AM IST. With two dominant performances, Australia has already secured the series win, leaving New Zealand fighting to avoid a home whitewash.
Australia claimed the first two games convincingly, highlighting their depth and firepower, with Beth Mooney, Annabel Sutherland, and Alana King leading the charge. For New Zealand, Amelia Kerr has been the lone bright spot in an otherwise struggling batting lineup.
In the must-win 2nd T20I, New Zealand were bowled out for 122, unable to handle the pressure of chasing 205. Despite Amelia Kerr’s valiant 40 off 36, the rest of the batters faltered against the pace and spin of Sutherland and King. Openers Suzie Bates and Georgia Plimmer struggled to provide a solid start, while the bowling attack failed to contain Australia’s in-form batters.
Australia once again showcased why they are regarded as the world’s best team, delivering commanding performances with both bat and ball. Beth Mooney continued her stellar form, top scoring with 70 off 42 balls to lead Australia to an imposing 204/3 in the 2nd T20I. Quick-fire contributions from Georgia Voll, Ellyse Perry, and Annabel Sutherland added to New Zealand’s woes. Sutherland tore through New Zealand’s batting lineup with career-best figures of 4/8, supported by King’s three-wicket haul.
Head-to-Head:
Australia has extended their dominance in this rivalry, having last lost a T20I to New Zealand in March 2021. With an 8-match winning streak, Australia now leads the head-to-head 31-21 from 53 T20Is. In this series, they comfortably chased 138 to win the opening T20I by eight wickets and followed it up with an 82-run thrashing in the second game, underlining their superior depth in both batting and bowling.
Where to watch New Zealand vs Australia 3rd Women’s T20I?
Fans in India can catch the action live on Amazon Prime, FanCode or Sony Liv and the games will be televised by the Sony Sports Network.
Squads:
New Zealand women’s cricket team
Suzie Bates (C), Eden Carson, Sophie Devine, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Polly Inglis, Bella James, Fran Jonas, Jess Kerr, Melie Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Georgia Plimmer, Lea Tahuhu
Australia women’s cricket team
Tahlia McGrath (C), Charli Knott, Nicole Faltum, Kim Garth, Grace Harris, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Voll, Georgia Wareham
New Zealand vs Australia T20I Series Schedule:
1st T20I: March 21 – Eden Park, Auckland, 7:15 AM IST – Australia won by 8 wickets
2nd T20I: March 23 – Bay Oval, Tauranga, 7:15 AM IST – Australia won by 82 runs
3rd T20I: March 26 – Sky Stadium, Wellington, 7:15 AM IST
Broadcast and Live Streaming Details:
For fans in New Zealand –
The 3rd and final T20I will be available on TVNZ 1, TVNZ+, and Sport Nation
For fans in Australia –
The 3rd and final T20I will be available on Fox Cricket and Kayo Sports
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