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New Zealand Faces Must-Win Clash Against Confident Bangladesh in World Cup Showdown
10 Oct
Summary
- New Zealand yet to win a match after two losses
- Bangladesh aims for second win in three matches
- Veteran Sophie Devine's strong performances for New Zealand
As of 2025-10-10T10:20:05+00:00, the former champions New Zealand are facing a must-win situation against a confident Bangladesh in an ICC Women's World ODI Cup group match. New Zealand, yet to open their account after two losses, risk an early exit from the tournament if they lose again.
Veteran Sophie Devine has been the standout performer for New Zealand, scoring 112 and 85 runs in past matches. However, the team's openers, Suzie Bates and Georgia Plimmer, have struggled. New Zealand will aim to post a score of over 250 runs if they bat first, in order to give their bowlers a defendable total.
Bangladesh, on the other hand, will look to secure their second win from three matches. Their spin-heavy attack, led by vice-captain Nahida Akter, has been their biggest weapon, supported by leg-spinners Fahima Khatun, Rabeya Khan, and 18-year-old Shorna Akter, who impressed with 3/5 against Pakistan. Pacer Marufa Akter will also target early swing with the new ball.
Batting remains a concern for Bangladesh, with captain Nigar Sultana still experimenting with the batting order. The pitch in Guwahati has tested batters, demanding patience, as seen in India's 269/8 and South Africa's collapse for 69.
