Australia Women vs New Zealand Women World Cup 2025 pitch report: How will the conditions affect the match?

Australia will begin their title defence of the ICC Women ODI World Cup when the take on New Zealand in Indore on Wednesday.

Australia received a big blow prior to the tournament as Grace Harris was ruled out due to a calf strain. However, left-arm spinner Sophie Molineux and leg-spinner Georgia Wareham are back from injuries, joining Alana King in a dangerous spin attack. The pace department is equally capable with Megan Schutt, Ellyse Perry, Tahlia McGrath, and Darcie Brown making a case for selection.

The batting department also looks dangerous and is led by Alyssa Healy, Beth Mooney, Ashleigh Gardner, and Phoebe Litchfield.


The Sophie Devine-led New Zealand team are the current T20 world champions, and will be hoping for another title within a year. Their last ODI World Cup triumph was in 2000. However, they cannot be taken lightly as they combine the experience of Suzie Bates, Amelia Kerr, and Lea Tahuhu with the promise of youngsters like Georgia Plimmer and Izzy Gaze.

AUS W vs NZ W Holkar Stadium Pitch Report

The pitch at Holkar Stadium is expected to be flat and batting friendly. The black-soil surface provides even bounce and minimal movement for the bowlers. Teams batting first could get a big total on the board as the pitch rarely deteriorates. Spinners may get some help as the match goes on, but pacers are likely to struggle without swing. Overall, it is a batter-friendly wicket.

Australia Women vs New Zealand Women World Cup T20 Today Match Indore Weather Update

There is no rain predicted on Wednesday in Indore. It is expected to be partly sunny and pleasant, with temperatures hovering around 30°C when the game starts at 3:00 PM IST. The humidity level will be around 62% during the match.