ENG-W vs NZ-W Match Prediction : 3rd Match, England Women vs New Zealand Women, 2026
ENG-W vs NZ-W Win Probability
68%
England Women
32%
New Zealand Women
England Women To Win, 1.35
England Women hold a dominant overall head-to-head record against New Zealand Women in the ODI format
In the series opener, the English bowlers executed a brilliant restriction job, halting New Zealand's momentum just as they seemed poised for a massive total
England Women are currently riding a flawless five-match winning streak against New Zealand in completed ODI fixtures
ENG-W vs NZ-W Betting Tips
England Women to put together over 20 runs from their first five overs
England boasts a formidable top order, featuring the likes of Heather Knight and Emma Lamb. They are well-equipped to capitalize on the powerplay restrictions and score freely early on.
The first ball of the contest to be a dot ball
Opening batters generally take a cautious approach at the start of an ODI. With 50 overs available, they will likely take time to assess the pitch conditions before playing aggressive shots.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
England Women
New Zealand Women
The second ODI between England Women and New Zealand Women was unfortunately abandoned due to the weather. As a result, England Women maintain a crucial 1-0 lead heading into the third and final match of the series, scheduled for May 16th, 2026, at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff. Below, we provide expert betting tips, match predictions, and the probable playing elevens to help you make informed wagers on this decisive encounter.
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England Women vs New Zealand Women Head-to-Head Record
Historically, England has heavily dominated this matchup. In 43 previous ODI encounters, the English women lead the head-to-head record with a commanding 35 victories to New Zealand's 6.
England Women vs New Zealand Women Live-streaming and Broadcast
India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV, FanCode
England: Sky Sports, Sky Go, NOW
New Zealand: TVNZ (Channel 1)
USA: Cricbuzz
UAE: FanCode
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ENG-W vs NZ-W Team Previews
England Women
England enters this fixture with two wins, two losses, and one no-result in their last five outings. Despite a nervous start in the series opener, they will be eager to build on that hard-fought victory.
Their opening performance was a true test of nerve, complicated by a six-month gap from international ODI cricket. Fielding three debutants and managing several injuries led to unfamiliar combinations, but they still successfully closed out the win.
Captain Heather Knight will anchor the English batting lineup. She is in superb form, accumulating 307 runs in her last ten matches at a solid average of 43.86 and a strike rate of 83.87. Wicketkeeper-batter Amy Jones provides vital middle-order stability, scoring 223 runs in the same period while striking at 83.20.
Sophie Ecclestone remains the primary threat in the bowling department, claiming 16 wickets in her last seven games with an impressive strike rate of 21.06. Linsey Smith offers excellent support for wicket-taking markets, securing 12 dismissals in her previous eight outings with a strike rate of 30.83.
England Women Expected Playing 11
Amy Jones †, Maia Bouchier, Heather Knight (c), Emma Lamb, Dani Gibson, Freya Kemp, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Charlie Dean, Sophie Ecclestone, Linsey Smith, Lauren Bell.
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New Zealand Women
New Zealand showed strong intent in the first ODI, cruising to 147 for 2 before suffering a dramatic collapse to be bowled out with eight balls to spare. The highlight of their innings was a brilliant 105-run partnership off 138 deliveries between Maddy Green and Amelia Kerr.
However, the rest of the lineup struggled to contribute, with Georgia Plimmer's 20 being the next highest score. Izzy Gaze, who impressed greatly against South Africa, also found it difficult to get going.
For player performance markets, Maddy Green is in phenomenal touch, piling up 552 runs in her last ten games with a staggering average of 78.71 and a strike rate of 98.56. Amelia Kerr is equally vital, scoring 490 runs at an average of 61.25 over her previous ten matches while striking at 90.40.
Kerr also spearheads the Kiwi bowling attack, taking 23 wickets in nine matches at a strike rate of 20.17. Rosemary Mair is another reliable option for bettors, having collected 13 wickets in her last eight appearances with a strike rate of 30.07.
New Zealand Women Expected Playing 11
Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr (c), Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Isabella Gaze †, Izzy Sharp, Jess Kerr, Nensi Patel, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing.
ENG-W vs NZ-W Toss Prediction
Sophia Gardens has only hosted one women's ODI previously, which was won by the chasing side. However, given the fresh surface, the captain winning the coin flip will likely opt to bat first to capitalize on the best batting conditions early in the match.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
The Cardiff pitch is traditionally a balanced, medium-scoring surface. It provides reliable pace and bounce, with early assistance available for the seam bowlers. Batting first is generally advantageous here, allowing teams to set a competitive total. Bettors should also factor in the weather, as there is a chance of passing showers during the match.
ENG-W vs NZ-W : Who Will Win?
While the first completed game was a tightly fought contest, England's overwhelming historical dominance cannot be ignored. Riding a five-match ODI winning streak against the White Ferns, the hosts have the momentum and depth to close out the series.
We expect England Women to start as heavy favorites, emerge victorious, and secure a 2-0 series win.
Bet on England Women to win.
