New Zealand Women and Australia Women are set to clash in the second ODI of their three-match series at Basin Reserve in Wellington on Saturday, December 21. The first game of the series, at the same venue, was unfortunately abandoned without a ball being bowled due to bad weather conditions.
With both teams eager to make their mark, they will take the field determined to secure a crucial victory.
The Whie Ferns are coming off a tough series loss against India and will be looking to bounce back, hoping to learn from their previous mistakes and put up a strong performance. Meanwhile, the Aussies, fresh off a dominant 3-0 series triumph over the Women in Blue at home earlier this month, will be looking to extend their winning run and maintain their impressive form.
The stakes are high as both teams look to build momentum in this exciting series.
Wellington Weather Forecast
The weather for the 2nd ODI between New Zealand Women and Australia Women is expected to be mild, with a temperature around 22°C. There is a 35% chance of precipitation, so there may be occasional showers during the match. Humidity levels will be moderate at 69%, and winds will be blowing at 21 km/h, which could influence the ball’s movement. Fans attending the match should come prepared for possible light rain and breezy conditions.
Basin Reserve Pitch Report
The pitch at Basin Reserve in Wellington is set to provide an exciting battle between bat and ball. With its greenish tint and a thick layer of grass, the surface is expected to offer early movement and pace, giving an advantage to fast bowlers in the initial stages.
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ODI Stats & Records at Basin Reserve
- Total matches: 57
- Matches won batting first: 26
- Matches won bowling first: 26
- Average 1st innings scores: 200
- Average 2nd innings scores: 167
- Highest total recorded: 318/6 (50 Ov) by New Zealand vs Bangladesh
- Lowest total recorded: 61/10 (35.3 Ov) by New Zealand Women vs Australia Women
- Highest score chased: 272/5 (45.2 Ov) by Australia Women vs South Africa Women
- Lowest score defended: 183/9 (50 Ov) by New Zealand Women vs Australia Women
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
