New Zealand vs Pakistan Showdown Set for CWC25 Clash in Colombo
In a crucial clash for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, New Zealand faces Pakistan in Colombo. The match is critical for both teams as they vie for semifinal positions in the tournament.
Match Overview
New Zealand’s captain, Sophie Devine, won the toss and chose to bowl first against Pakistan. This decision could be pivotal as both teams aim for momentum during the league stage.
Team Performance and Standings
- New Zealand: The team comes into this match with a victory over Bangladesh and a point gained from a rain-affected game against Sri Lanka.
- Pakistan: In contrast, Pakistan is still looking for their first win of the tournament, currently sitting at the bottom of the standings with just one point.
Fatima Sana’s Pakistan narrowly missed a win against England because of rain, further complicating their quest for advancement in the tournament. With three matches left, Pakistan must treat each game as a knockout if they are to secure a semifinal berth.
Team Lineups
| New Zealand | Pakistan |
|---|---|
| Sophie Devine (c) | Fatima Sana (c) |
| Suzie Bates | Muneeba Ali Siddiqui (vc) |
| Eden Carson | Aliya Riaz |
| Hannah Rowe | Diana Baig |
| Izzy Gaze | Eyman Fatima |
| Maddy Green | Nashra Sundhu |
| Brooke Halliday | Natalia Parvaiz |
| Bree Illing | Omaima Sohail |
| Polly Inglis | Rameen Shamim |
| Bella James | Sadaf Shamas |
| Melie Kerr | Sadia Iqbal |
| Jess Kerr | Shawaal Zulfiqar |
| Rosemary Mair | Sidra Amin |
| Georgia Plimmer | Sidra Nawaz |
| Lea Tahuhu | Syeda Aroob Shah |
The stakes are high as this match could significantly impact the journey for both teams in the ongoing tournament. New Zealand hopes to solidify their chances, while Pakistan fights for survival in the World Cup.
