## NZ-W vs SL-W, 3rd ODI: Fantasy Preview and Tips
The Saxton Oval in Nelson is set to host the third One Day International between New Zealand Women and Sri Lanka Women on March 9th, 2025, at 03:30. This match promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams looking to gain an edge in the series. The pitch at Saxton Oval is described as well-balanced, suggesting it could offer something for both batters and bowlers.
Recent Form:
New Zealand Women:
New Zealand’s recent form includes two matches against Sri Lanka Women in this series. The first match was abandoned after Sri Lanka Women posted 147 runs. The second match saw a convincing 78-run victory for New Zealand Women, who scored 245 runs and restricted Sri Lanka Women to 167.
Sri Lanka Women:
Sri Lanka Women’s recent form also consists of the two matches against New Zealand Women. They scored 147 in the abandoned first match and were bowled out for 167 in the second, losing by 78 runs.
Key Players:
New Zealand Women:
Maddy Green’s century in the second ODI makes her a key player. Jess Kerr’s contributions with both bat and ball, including a 4-wicket haul, also make her a standout performer. Suzie Bates, despite a low score in the second match, remains a crucial player with her all-round abilities. Bree Illing and Hannah Rowe have been consistent with the ball.
Sri Lanka Women:
Harshitha Samarawickrama has been the most consistent batter for Sri Lanka Women, with scores of 66 and 59 in the two matches. Chamari Atapattu’s all-round contributions with bat and ball make her a key player.
Match Winner Prediction:
New Zealand Women are predicted to win.
Captain Options:
Maddy Green, Jess Kerr, Harshitha Samarawickrama
Vice-Captain Options:
Suzie Bates, Chamari Atapattu, Bree Illing
Differential Picks:
Polly Inglis, Hannah Rowe, Kavisha Dilhari
Probable Playing XIs:
New Zealand Women:
Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Emma McLeod, Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Izzy Gaze, Jess Kerr, Polly Inglis, Bree Illing, Hannah Rowe, Eden Carson
Sri Lanka Women:
Vishmi Rajapaksha Gunaratne, Chamari Atapattu, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilhari, Manudi Nanayakkara, Nilakshi de Silva, Anushka Sanjeewani, Sugandika Kumari, Achini Kulasuriya, Inoshi Priyadharshani, Chethana Vimukthi
Fantasy Team:
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Wicketkeeper:
Polly Inglis
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Batsmen:
Maddy Green, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer
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All-rounder:
Chamari Atapattu, Jess Kerr
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Bowlers:
Bree Illing, Hannah Rowe, Eden Carson, Sugandika Kumari
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