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West Indies vs New Zealand Preview & Prediction | 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup | Group Stage

by Alex Sarwar ·
West Indies vs New Zealand Preview & Prediction | 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup | Group Stage
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Reigning champions New Zealand begin at the Utilita Bowl as they face West Indies.

Date & time:

Venue: Utilita Bowl, Southampton, UK

Weather: Sunshine with a gentle breeze and temperatures of 20c at the start of play.

How to watch: UK – Sky Sports Sky Go / USA – Willow TV & CricBuzz

West Indies vs New Zealand prediction

New Zealand with the tag of defending champions will begin with fire in their belly as they aim to prove that their triumph back in 2024 wasn’t a fluke and that it was a result of a long development process. The experienced winners of Suzie Bates, Sophie Devine and Lea Tahuhu are all back and ready to guide their younger core, which includes a true superstar all-rounder in Amelia Kerr.

West Indies are power-filled at the top of the order but as always, there are questions regarding the depth once you get past the likes of Hayley Matthews and Deandra Dottin. New Zealand seem to be a more well-rounded outfit right now and further ahead as a group than this Windies side. Therefore, back the White Ferns in this game.

West Indies vs New Zealand tip: New Zealand to win

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