The eleventh fixture of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 promises an engaging battle as Bangladesh Women face New Zealand Women on October 10th at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati. The action begins at 3:00 PM IST, with both sides eager to bounce back and strengthen their position in the points table.
Bangladesh began their journey in style. They dismantled Pakistan for 129 and comfortably chased it down with seven wickets in hand. In their next fixture against England, Bangladesh put up a gritty fight — posting 179 on a challenging track and reducing England to 103/6 at one stage. However, a few tight umpiring calls and Heather Knight’s composed knock denied them what could have been a famous win.
New Zealand, on the other hand, enter this contest seeking redemption after a disappointing start to their campaign. Against Australia, they had the defending champions reeling at 128/5 before conceding 326 and eventually losing by 89 runs. In their second outing versus South Africa, they posted a respectable 232 but couldn’t defend it, going down by six wickets.
Squads:
Bangladesh Women’s Cricket Team
Nigar Sultana (C & WK), Sobhana Mostary, Murshida Khatun, Fargana Hoque, Fahima Khatun, Rabeya Khan, Nahida Akter, Marufa Akter, Ritu Moni, Salma Khatun, Lata Mondal, Sultana Khatun, Fariha Trisna, Dilara Akter, Shorifa Khatun
New Zealand Women’s Cricket Team
Sophie Devine (C), Amelia Kerr, Suzie Bates, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Georgia Plimmer, Lea Tahuhu, Jess Kerr, Fran Jonas, Hannah Rowe, Izzy Gaze (WK), Eden Carson, Molly Penfold, Lauren Down, Bernadine Bezuidenhout (WK)
Players to watch out:
Rabeya Khan
A spark of youthful exuberance in Bangladesh’s lineup, Rabeya Khan has shown maturity far beyond her age. Her unbeaten 43 off 27 balls against England turned out to be one of the most entertaining cameos of the tournament so far — a fearless display of counter-attacking intent against world-class spinners. What makes her stand out is her dual ability: she can break partnerships with her leg-spin and rescue innings when the chips are down. With 27 wickets in 26 ODIs (best: 3/29) and her recent batting exploits, Rabeya is fast becoming a vital cog in Bangladesh’s evolving setup.
Fahima Khatun
A seasoned campaigner with the knack of rising to the occasion, Fahima Khatun has been Bangladesh’s go-to bowler in pressure moments. Her 3 for 16 in 10 overs against England was a masterclass in accuracy and composure — tying down batters and forcing errors through sheer persistence. She brings variety with her flight and pace changes, often unsettling set batters. Beyond her bowling, Fahima’s ability to contribute lower down the order adds balance to the side. In 51 ODIs, she has claimed 39 wickets (best: 5/21) and scored 356 runs, making her one of the most valuable all-rounders in the squad.
Sophie Devine
Few players in world cricket combine power, experience, and leadership like Sophie Devine. The New Zealand skipper remains the heartbeat of her side — and her back-to-back innings of 112 vs Australia and 85 vs South Africa underline her class and temperament under pressure. A clean striker of the ball, Devine’s ability to switch gears makes her a nightmare for bowlers once set. Add to that her handy medium pace and sharp fielding, and she becomes the ultimate all-round package. With 4187 runs (HS: 145) and 107 wickets (best: 3/24) from 154 ODIs, she’ll once again be the key to New Zealand’s fortunes in Guwahati.
Lea Tahuhu
The veteran pacer continues to be New Zealand’s strike weapon with the new ball. Her ability to hit the deck hard and extract seam movement early has troubled even the best batters in world cricket. Tahuhu’s spell of 3/42 against Australia was a reminder of her class, while her disciplined 1/27 against South Africa reinforced her consistency. Beyond bowling, she brings energy and aggression to the field — often setting the tone with her intensity. With 119 wickets in 99 ODIs (best: 5/37), Tahuhu’s presence gives New Zealand an edge in conditions that might aid early swing.
Pitch:
The Barsapara surface promises a fair contest between bat and ball. The average first-innings score hovers around 250, with seamers enjoying initial movement under overcast conditions. However, once the ball softens, batting becomes easier, rewarding stroke-makers. Captains winning the toss often choose to bowl first to exploit early swing before conditions settle.
Weather:
Guwahati’s skies may remain partly cloudy with scattered thunderstorms expected through the afternoon. The temperature will hover around 30°C, with 40% chances of light rain potentially causing short interruptions. Humidity near 84% and gentle winds at 6 kph could assist early swing bowlers.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Sophie Devine, Amelia Kerr, Brooke Halliday, Lea Tahuhu, Jess Kerr, Georgia Plimmer, Nigar Sultana, Sobhana Mostary, Marufa Akter, Fahima Khatun, Rabeya Khan
Match Details:
Date – October 10, 2025
Time – 3:00 PM IST
Venue – Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
Broadcast – Live on Star Sports Network | Streaming on JioCinema
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