The seventh fixture of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 promises a thrilling contest as New Zealand lock horns with South Africa on October 6th at the Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore. The match begins at 3:00 PM IST, setting the stage for a crucial encounter as both teams look to bounce back from opening defeats. With both sides eager to regain momentum, this clash could play a decisive role in shaping their World Cup campaigns.
New Zealand’s campaign began on a tough note against Australia. Opting to bowl first, they had the defending champions on the ropes at 128/5 before Ashleigh Gardner’s career-best 115 powered Australia to 327. Despite Sophie Devine’s valiant 112 (112) and fighting contributions from Amelia Kerr (33 off 56) and Izzy Gaze (28 off 18), the White Ferns were bowled out for 237, falling short by 89 runs.
South Africa, on the other hand, endured a forgettable start against England. Their batting lineup crumbled for just 69 runs, with Sinalo Jafta (22 off 36) being the only player to reach double digits. The bowlers were left with little to defend, and England cruised to a 10-wicket victory. The Proteas will be desperate to regroup and rediscover their rhythm in Indore.
Head-to-Head:
- Total Matches – 20
- New Zealand Wins – 12
- South Africa Wins – 8
New Zealand have maintained an upper hand over South Africa in ODIs, winning 12 of the 20 meetings so far. Their most recent clash came during New Zealand’s 2023 tour of South Africa, where the hosts claimed the series 2-1.
Squads:
New Zealand Women’s Cricket Team
Sophie Devine (C), Suzie Bates, Eden Carson, Flora Devonshire, Izzy Gaze, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Bree Illing, Polly Inglis, Bella James, Jess Kerr, Amelia Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Georgia Plimmer, Lea Tahuhu
South Africa Women’s Cricket Team
Laura Wolvaardt (C), Ayabonga Khaka, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Marizanne Kapp, Tazmin Brits, Sinalo Jafta, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Annerie Dercksen, Anneke Bosch, Masabata Klaas, Sune Luus, Karabo Meso, Tumi Sekhukhune, Nondumiso Shangase
Where to Watch New Zealand Women vs South Africa Women – 7th Match
The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network, with free live streaming available on JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar across mobile devices, tablets, smart TVs, and the web.
Global Broadcast & Streaming Partners
Australia: Prime Video (Amazon)
Bangladesh: Nagorik TV & T Sports; digital via Toffee
Pakistan: PTV Sports & Ten Sports; online on Myco and Tamasha
Caribbean: ESPN Caribbean; streaming on ESPN Play Caribbean
New Zealand: Sky Sport 1, Sky Sport 3, Sky Go, Sky Sport Now
UK & Ireland: Sky Sports Cricket & Sky Sports Main Event; streaming on Sky Go & NOW TV
USA & Canada: Willow TV & Willow Xtra; digital access on Cricbuzz
Sub-Saharan Africa: SuperSport Cricket (DStv) & SuperSport app
MENA (Middle East & North Africa): CricLife Max (via E&); streaming on StarzPlay & StarzON
Papua New Guinea: TVWAN Action; online at icc.tv
Schedule:
New Zealand Women – ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Fixtures
1 Oct: vs Australia (Indore) – Lost by 89 runs
6 Oct: vs South Africa (Indore)
10 Oct: vs Bangladesh (Guwahati)
14 Oct: vs Sri Lanka (Colombo)
18 Oct: vs Pakistan (Colombo)
23 Oct: vs India (Navi Mumbai)
26 Oct: vs England (Vizag)
South Africa Women – ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Fixtures
3 Oct: vs England (Guwahati) – Lost by 10 wickets
6 Oct: vs New Zealand (Indore)
9 Oct: vs India (Vizag)
13 Oct: vs Bangladesh (Vizag)
17 Oct: vs Sri Lanka (Colombo)
21 Oct: vs Pakistan (Colombo)
25 Oct: vs Australia (Indore)
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