Match Preview – New Zealand Women vs South Africa Women( NZ-W vs SA-W ), Dream11 Prediction, 2nd T20I Match. Who Will Win, On March 17, 2026

Match Details:

• Match: New Zealand Women vs South Africa Women( NZ-W vs SA-W ), 2nd T20I Match, South Africa Women tour of New Zealand, 2026
• Date and Time: March 17,  06:15 am GMT / 11:45 am IST / 07:15 pm local time
• Venue: Seddon Park, Hamilton

NZ-W vs SA-W Tips & Match Prediction:

Who will win the toss? – New Zealand Women

Who will win the match? – New Zealand Women

New Zealand Women vs South Africa Women Preview:

New Zealand Women( NZ-W ) is set to face South Africa Women( SA-W ) in their 2nd T20I match during the South Africa Women tour of New Zealand, 2026. This match is scheduled to take place at the Seddon Park on Tuesday, March 17.

New Zealand delivered an outstanding performance in the previous match. Batting first, they put up a strong total of 190 runs. In response, South Africa struggled throughout the chase and were bowled out for just 110, handing the hosts a convincing 80-run victory.

At the top of the order, New Zealand got off to a solid start. Georgia Plimmer played a fine knock, scoring 63 runs from 44 balls. Captain Amelia Kerr then led from the front with an impressive 78 off 44 deliveries, helping her side post a commanding total.

The bowlers backed up the batting effort with an excellent performance. Sophie Devine was the standout, picking up four wickets for just 12 runs in her four overs. Jess Kerr also played a key role, taking two important wickets while conceding only 13 runs in four overs. Their efforts helped New Zealand seal a dominant win.

Amelia Kerr has been in outstanding form with the bat, scoring 418 runs in the last seven matches at an impressive average of 104.5 and a strike rate above 151. Meanwhile, Jess Kerr has been equally effective with the ball, claiming 12 wickets in her last nine games.

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South Africa, on the other hand, had a disappointing outing in the previous match. Chasing a target of 191, the team managed only 110 runs and suffered a heavy defeat in the series opener.

With the bat, Tazmin Brits was the top performer with 29 runs, while Kayla Reyneke contributed 24 in the middle order to help the team reach a somewhat respectable total.

In the bowling department, Masabata Klaas and Nadine de Klerk picked up two wickets each, while Ayabonga Khaka and Nonkululeko Mlaba took one wicket apiece. However, South Africa will need a stronger bowling performance going forward.

Overall, Laura Wolvaardt has been the key batter for South Africa, scoring 302 runs in her last nine matches. In the bowling department, Nonkululeko Mlaba has been their most effective bowler with 11 wickets in the last nine games.

NZ-W vs SA-W Possible Playing XI:

New Zealand Women: Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Laura Wolvaardt(c), Annerie Dercksen, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Kayla Reyneke, Sinalo Jafta(w), Masabata Klaas, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba.

South Africa Women: Georgia Plimmer, Isabella Gaze(w), Amelia Kerr(c), Sophie Devine, Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Izzy Sharp, Suzie Bates, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing.

NZ-W vs SA-W Recent 5 Match Performance:

NZ-W vs SA-W Head-To-Head Records:

NZ-W vs SA-W Toss Prediction:

We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bowl first.

NZ-W vs SA-W Pitch Report:

The pitch at Seddon Park is generally known for being batting-friendly, especially in white-ball cricket. The surface is usually flat with good bounce, allowing batters to play their shots freely once they settle in. Fast bowlers can get some early swing and seam movement with the new ball due to Hamilton’s conditions, but that assistance often reduces as the match progresses. Spinners may come into play in the middle overs, although they usually rely more on variation than turn from the surface. Overall, teams winning the toss often prefer to bowl first, as chasing has been slightly easier here under lights with the possibility of some evening dew.

NZ-W vs SA-W Weather Report:

The weather at Seddon Park on March 17 around 02:45 PM (local time) is expected to be mostly sunny and pleasant. Afternoon temperatures should be around 23–25°C, creating warm but comfortable conditions for cricket. Humidity will be moderate, and a light breeze may be present across the ground. Importantly, rain chances are very low, meaning there is little risk of weather interruptions. Overall, the forecast suggests excellent conditions for play, with clear skies and a dry surface likely during the afternoon session.

Expected Scores:

1st Innings Expected Score: 135 – 150 runs

2nd Innings Expected Score: 125 – 140 runs

Key Notes:

Pitch Nature: Usually offers good bounce and carry, helping batters once they settle.

Early Help for Pacers: Seamers could get movement in the first few overs, especially in the afternoon breeze.

Batting Advantage: The surface generally becomes easier for batting after the powerplay.

Boundary Size: Short square boundaries can help batters score quickly.

Winning Strategy: A score around 145+ can be competitive, with teams often preferring to bowl first if conditions favor early swing.

New Zealand Women vs South Africa Women Africa Full Squad:

New Zealand Women: Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr(c), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Izzy Sharp, Polly Inglis(w), Jess Kerr, Nensi Patel, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing, Isabella Gaze, Sophie Devine

South Africa Women: Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Laura Wolvaardt(c), Dane van Niekerk, Nadine de Klerk, Annerie Dercksen, Sinalo Jafta(w), Masabata Klaas, Ayabonga Khaka, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Tumi Sekhukhune, Chloe Tryon, Ayanda Hlubi, Karabo Meso, Kayla Reyneke.