Overview:
New Zealand were tamed by defending champions Australia, who won by a margin of 89 runs. On the other hand, South Africa had a dismal show against England.
The ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 on October 6, 2025, is set to see New Zealand face South Africa. The match is set to be held at the Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore. Both New Zealand and South Africa suffered defeats in their ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 opener respectively.
New Zealand were tamed by defending champions Australia, who won by a margin of 89 runs. On the other hand, South Africa had a dismal show against England. They were folded for 69 runs before England claimed a 10-wicket win.
This is now a massive contest for both the sides as they seek to bounce back from an inferior show earlier.
The Women’s ODI World Cup is an 8-team tournament with all sides playing against one another. The top 4 teams from this 8-team table will make it to the semis.
New Zealand Women are three-time World Cup finalists and a one-time winner. They finished 6th in the last edition of the World Cup in 2022. South Africa would want to reach their maiden World Cup final. In their past two World Cups, they reached the semis before losing.
New Zealand squad for the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025
Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (c), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (wk), Jess Kerr, Lea Tahuhu, Eden Carson, Bree Illing, Bella James, Hannah Rowe, Rosemary Mair, Polly Inglis.
South Africa squad for the ICC Women’s World Cup
Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Marizanne Kapp, Anneke Bosch, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Masabata Klaas, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Annerie Dercksen, Nondumiso Shangase, Karabo Meso, Tumi Sekhukhune.
In terms of the H2H record, New Zealand and South Africa have faced each other 20 times. New Zealand have won 12 matches to the Proteas Women’s’ 8.
New Zealand probable XI for the match against South Africa
Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (c), Brook Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (wk), Jess Kerr, Eden Carson, Lea Tahuhu, Breearne Illing.
South Africa probable XI for the match against New Zealand
Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Marizanne Kapp, Anneke Bosch, Chloe Tryon, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Nadine de Klerk, Masabata Klaas, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayabonga Khaka.
The Women’s ODI World Cup Match No. 7 will start at 3:00pm IST on October 6 in Indore.
Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore & Key Details of the Stadium
The Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore, is located in the state of Madhya Pradesh in Central India. The stadium can host around 30000 people. In April 2006, the stadium hosted its first ODI match between India and England (men’s). Since then, the stadium has hosted both Test and T20I matches.
In 2011, the stadium also hosted its first Indian Premier League match.
The stadium hosted its first women’s international match when Australia and New Zealand Women squared up in the ongoing ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. The New Zealand vs South Africa clash will now be the 2nd outing in this stadium.
What is the Pitch like at Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore?
One can expect a flat, true, and batsman-friendly surface here at the Holkar Cricket Stadium. The pitch here is of black-soil surface which can offer even bounce and minimal seam movement, making it a paradise for batters. Teams batting first will want to post a significant total. The surface rarely deteriorates here which will help shot making. Spinners may find some grip as the game progresses, but pacers will struggle without swing. Overall, this is a batting wicket.
Key Stats & Records at Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore
As mentioned, only one women’s cricket game across formats has been played here.
Australia Women scored 326 runs in 49.3 overs. In response, New Zealand managed 237 runs in 43.2 overs.
The highest total at this venue in Men’s ODIs have been recorded by India, who scored 405/5. The Australian men’s team owns the lowest total here (217/10 versus India).
In Men’s ODI, India have won all of their 7 games played here at this venue.
10 of the 14 Men’s ODIs here have witnessed a score in excess of 260-plus. 300 have been breached thrice. Barring the 405/5, India also scored 399/5 and 385/9 here.
Virender Sehwag owns 220 ODI runs here from 2 matches. Current star batter Shubman Gill is next with 216 runs. S Sreesanth has 6 ODI wickets here with Ravindra Jadeja also picking 6.
As per ESPNcricinfo, the average run rate for teams batting first here in Men’s ODIs read over 5.87 for sides batting first and 5.46 for teams batting 2nd.
NZ vs SA: Weather Forecast – Will Rain Play a Role?
According to the weather forecast, the match day looks stable with no significant rain predicted. The weather in Indore is expected to be partly sunny and pleasant, with temperatures being around 30°C when the game starts at 3:00 PM IST. The humidity level will be around 60%-plus during the match.
New Zealand vs South Africa: Pitch Advantage for Which Side?
All things considered, Indore is set to offer a good batting wicket. Both sides have solid batting names and one can expect a run-fest. New Zealand will probably be slight favourites given they have played here already. South Africa need to step up especially with the bat to provide a stern contest.
FAQs – Pitch Report for Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore
What is the pitch report for Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore
One can expect a flat, true, and batsman-friendly surface here at the Holkar Cricket Stadium. The pitch here is of black-soil surface which can offer even bounce and minimal seam movement, making it a paradise for batters. Teams batting first will want to post a significant total. The surface rarely deteriorates here which will help shot making. Spinners may find some grip as the game progresses.
What is New Zealand and South Africa’s H2H record in Women’s ODIs?
In terms of the H2H record, New Zealand and South Africa have faced each other 20 times. New Zealand have won 12 matches to the Proteas Women’s’ 8.