Bangladesh vs New Zealand highlights, Women's World Cup 2025: New Zealand thrash Bangladesh by 100 runs
THE TIMES OF INDIA | Oct 10, 2025, 22:05:27 IST
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Bangladesh vs New Zealand highlights, Women's World Cup 2025: New Zealand thrash Bangladesh by 100 runs

Bangladesh vs New Zealand Live Score, Women's World Cup 2025: Two matches into the Women’s World Cup, New Zealand find themselves on the back foot. Despite brilliant innings from captain Sophie Devine, they have yet to register a win, falling to both Australia and South Africa. Their slow start is compounded by a six-month gap since their last ODI, which has left rustiness creeping into both batting and bowling. In warm-up games, they also lost to India and India A, highlighting cracks in their preparation. Apart from Devine, who has contributed 42% of New Zealand’s runs so far, the rest of the batting line-up has struggled to find fluency, while the bowling attack has lacked sharpness. Fielding lapses were evident against South Africa, with seven misfields adding to a sense of undercooked performance.

Bangladesh, meanwhile, enter the contest with growing confidence. Having stunned Pakistan and challenged England, they are brimming with belief. While their batting has yet to fire consistently, the bowlers have been reliable. Marufa Akter has impressed with the new ball, and spinners Fahima Khatun, Rabeya Khan, and Nahida Akter have kept tight control in the middle overs. Bangladesh will be encouraged by spin-friendly conditions in Guwahati, where spinners have claimed 75% of wickets so far in the tournament. With only one left-hander in New Zealand’s order, Brooke Halliday, Bangladesh’s spin duo could test the Kiwis’ right-hand-heavy line-up.

New Zealand, on the other hand, have missed the runs of Suzie Bates at the top of the order, who has been dismissed for ducks in her last two innings. Amelia Kerr emphasised the need for discipline against spin and the importance of adapting quickly to conditions. Fast bowler Lea Tahuhu will celebrate her 100th ODI on Friday, adding an emotional edge to the match.

The probable teams see Bangladesh sticking to their winning combination, while New Zealand may bring in Rosemary Mair if she is fit, potentially replacing Jess Kerr. With spin expected to dominate and rain a possibility, the game promises a tactical battle. Bangladesh are yet to beat New Zealand in ODIs, but this encounter presents an opportunity to turn the tables under favourable conditions, while New Zealand look to steady their campaign and find the missing momentum.
15:08 (IST) Oct 10

Nahida Akter is into the attack. Bangladesh Women have a heavy spin attack and this pitch will aid the spinners. They should dictate terms. 

15:07 (IST) Oct 10
Score after 1 over 2 - 0
Runs Scored: 0
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  • Suzie Bates 0 (7)
  • Georgia Plimmer 0 (0)
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Marufa Akter to Suzie Bates, Good end by Marufa Akter and Bangladesh Women have started well. Marufa Akter dishes out an inswinger on the fuller side and around off. Bates' head falls as she tries to flick but manages an inside edge onto the pads. 

15:06 (IST) Oct 10
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Marufa Akter to Suzie Bates, Suzie Bates is surviving here. Suzie Bates gets outside the crease, watches the length ball carefully and defends on the deck.

15:06 (IST) Oct 10
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Marufa Akter to Suzie Bates, Touch fuller and around middle and off, shaping in. Suzie Bates steps across and blocks it out.

15:05 (IST) Oct 10

Suzie Bates has been given out LBW. She has a chat with Georgia Plimmer and takes it upstairs. A clear gap between bat and ball. Ball Tracking shows the impact is outside the line. 

15:04 (IST) Oct 10
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Marufa Akter to Suzie Bates, NOT OUT! Suzie Bates survives! Marufa Akter drags her length back by a bit, pulls out an inswinger just around off. Bates, in an awkward position, bends to play it all around but misses and gets hit on the pads. An appeal for LBW and up goes the finger. Review loads... Ball Tracking shows the impact is outside the line.

15:03 (IST) Oct 10
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Marufa Akter to Suzie Bates, Much better! Fuller-length delivery, around off, inswinger. Bates steps across, gets across the line and pushes it to mid on.

15:03 (IST) Oct 10
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Marufa Akter to Suzie Bates, WIDE! Marufa Akter is trying a touch too hard! Keeps it full but well over the tramline. Bates shoulders arms to it.

15:02 (IST) Oct 10
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Marufa Akter to Suzie Bates, Marufa Akter gets it right this time! Bowls a sharp inswinger, fuller-length and angling on the pads. Bates looks to whip it away but misses and gets hit on the pads.

15:01 (IST) Oct 10
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Marufa Akter to Suzie Bates, NO BALL! That one slipped out of the hand. Marufa Akter throws one over the waist, wide outside off. Bates flat bats it to cover. Clearly a no ball. Free-hit next. New Zealand Women are underway. 

14:58 (IST) Oct 10

Done with all the pre-match proceedings. It's time for cricket to take centre stage. Nigar Sultana Joty is giving a last-minute inspirational talk before her team spreads out in the field. Suzie Bates and Georgia Plimmer to open for New Zealand Women. Marufa Akter to bowl first. Look out for the swing. A slip in place. Let's play....

14:52 (IST) Oct 10

The flags of both nations unfurl in the middle as the two sets of players, followed by the match officials, line up for their national anthems. It will be Bangladesh's first, followed by that of the Kiwis. 

14:39 (IST) Oct 10

PITCH REPORT - Stacy Ann King is pitchside. She says that there are a few cracks and batters will have to be cautious. The spinners will dominate here like they have done here before and if the bowlers bowl wicket to wicket, the batters will have a hard time.

14:37 (IST) Oct 10

Nigar Sultana Joty, the skipper of Bangladesh Women, says they are happy to bowl first as their bowlers are in good form. Reckons it is a good opportunity for them, as they are in a good note, they want to play their 'A' game, and feel they have the potential to win today. Informs that they have made two changes - Sumaiya Akter and Nishita Akter Nishi are in the XI.

14:36 (IST) Oct 10

The captain of New Zealand Women, Sophie Devine, says they will bat first as it is a used wicket. Mentions that they back themselves to put on a good score and put pressure on Bangladesh Women. Shares a lot of things have gone right for them. They just need to execute a bit better and do it for a longer period. Informs that they have made one change - Rosemary Mair comes in for Bree Illing.

14:35 (IST) Oct 10

Bangladesh Women (Playing XI) - Rubya Haider, Sharmin Akhter, Nigar Sultana Joty (C/WK), Sobhana Mostary, Sumaiya Akter (In for Ritu Moni), Shorna Akter, Fahima Khatun, Nahida Akter, Rabeya Khan, Marufa Akter, Nishita Akter Nishi (In for Shanjida Akther Maghla).

14:35 (IST) Oct 10

New Zealand Women (Playing XI) - Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (C), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Izzy Gaze (WK), Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair (In for Bree Illing), Lea Tahuhu (100th ODI game), Eden Carson.

14:32 (IST) Oct 10

TOSS - New Zealand Women have won the toss and will BAT first!

14:17 (IST) Oct 10
BAN W vs NZ W Live Score: Key players to watch
Several players could define the outcome of this contest between Bangladesh and New Zealand. Sophie Devine continues to anchor New Zealand’s batting, but she will need support from Suzie Bates and Brooke Halliday, who have struggled in their last outings. Amelia Kerr’s all-round skills will also be crucial in both batting and bowling.

For Bangladesh, Marufa Akter has been lethal with the new ball, while Fahima Khatun’s legspin and Nahida Akter’s left-arm spin could trouble New Zealand’s batters. Rabeya Khan’s accuracy and the team’s fielding discipline could also swing momentum in Bangladesh’s favour.

The spin-friendly pitch at Guwahati and the possibility of rain make this a high-stakes tactical encounter. Lea Tahuhu reaching her 100th ODI adds emotion to New Zealand’s cause, while Bangladesh will look to make history with a first-ever ODI win against the Kiwis.

Fans can expect a contest defined by spin, patience, and tactical ingenuity, with match-winners from both sides likely to leave their mark.
14:16 (IST) Oct 10
Bangladesh vs New Zealand Live Score: Spin at Guwahati could decide the match
Spin has been the story in Guwahati so far, with 75% of wickets falling to spinners in the tournament. Bangladesh’s spin trio, led by Fahima Khatun, will look to exploit New Zealand’s right-hand-heavy order. Brooke Halliday is the lone left-hander who may offer some resistance.

New Zealand will need to be disciplined against turn and bounce, as Amelia Kerr highlighted, and quickly assess the conditions to adapt their game plan. Any lapses, like the misfields against South Africa, could be costly.

Bangladesh’s bowlers have impressed so far, with Marufa Akter’s early breakthroughs giving them an edge. New Zealand, meanwhile, are under pressure to rediscover rhythm and form. The contest promises a tactical battle where spin, patience, and shot selection will decide the outcome.

This match could also see milestones for both teams – Lea Tahuhu’s 100th ODI and Brooke Halliday closing in on 1,000 ODI runs – adding another layer of intrigue.
14:15 (IST) Oct 10
Women's World Cup Live Score: Spotlight on New Zealand – Can Bates and Devine deliver?
New Zealand’s Women’s World Cup campaign has had a shaky start. Sophie Devine remains the lone consistent performer, contributing 42% of the team’s runs. Suzie Bates, however, is yet to find her rhythm, dismissed for ducks in her last two innings.

The team’s right-hand-heavy batting line-up could be vulnerable against Bangladesh’s left-arm spinner Nahida Akter and legspinners Fahima Khatun and Rabeya Khan. Discipline against spin will be key, and batters like Amelia Kerr and Brooke Halliday will need to step up to support Devine.

Bowling too has lacked aggression, with the fielding lapses against South Africa exposing New Zealand further. Fast bowler Lea Tahuhu will play her 100th ODI in this match, and her experience could be vital in providing breakthroughs.

With rain a possibility and spin expected to dominate, New Zealand face a tactical challenge. The match is a chance to regain confidence, but they will need contributions from the top order and fielding improvements to turn their campaign around.
14:15 (IST) Oct 10
BAN W vs NZ W Live Score: Bangladesh rising – The spin threat looms large
Bangladesh enter the clash against New Zealand brimming with confidence. After a win over Pakistan and a close fight against England, they are showing that they can compete with the world’s top teams. While the batting has yet to fully fire, the bowlers have been outstanding.

Marufa Akter has made early inroads with the new ball, while spinners Fahima Khatun, Rabeya Khan, and Nahida Akter have controlled the middle overs. Fahima was near unplayable against England, taking 3 for 16, including dismissals of key batters like Nat Sciver-Brunt and Sophia Dunkley. Her slow, loopy legspin tied the England batters down and could be crucial against New Zealand’s largely right-handed line-up.

Spin-friendly conditions at Guwahati favour Bangladesh, who have already played here in the tournament. Historically, they have never beaten New Zealand in ODIs, but with the pitch expected to assist the spinners, they will be keen to rewrite history.

Bangladesh’s bowlers and fielders have to maintain discipline, while the batters need to build partnerships. If they execute their plans well, a historic win may be within reach.
14:13 (IST) Oct 10
Bangladesh vs New Zealand Live Score: New Zealand struggles continue – Can they find momentum?
Two games into the Women’s World Cup, New Zealand are already on the back foot. Despite Sophie Devine’s brilliant innings, the team has yet to secure a win, falling to Australia and South Africa. A six-month gap without ODIs seems to have left them rusty, with warm-up losses to India and India A highlighting cracks in preparation.

Apart from Devine, who has contributed 42% of the team’s runs, New Zealand’s batting has struggled for fluency, and the bowling attack has lacked bite. Fielding lapses against South Africa, including seven misfields, have only compounded their challenges.

With spin expected to dominate at Guwahati, New Zealand will need to adjust quickly, especially against Bangladesh’s spin-heavy attack. The inclusion of Rosemary Mair, if fit, could help strengthen their bowling, but the onus is on the batters to step up.

All eyes will be on Suzie Bates and Brooke Halliday at the top, and Lea Tahuhu as she plays her 100th ODI. Can New Zealand rediscover momentum, or will Bangladesh’s confidence continue to grow?
Bangladesh vs New Zealand Live Score, Women's World Cup 2025: New Zealand face an uphill battle in the Women’s World Cup after losing their first two matches to Australia and South Africa. Despite captain Sophie Devine’s impressive contributions, the team has struggled with inconsistent batting, ineffective bowling, and lapses in the field. The six-month break from ODIs and poor warm-up results against India and India A have left the side underprepared, with only Devine showing fluency at the crease. Suzie Bates, opening for New Zealand, has yet to find form, falling for ducks in consecutive matches.

Bangladesh enter the contest with confidence after a strong start, including a win over Pakistan and a tight contest against England. Their bowlers, led by Marufa Akter and supported by spinners Fahima Khatun, Nahida Akter, and Rabeya Khan, have performed well in spin-friendly conditions at Guwahati. The match offers Bangladesh a chance to beat New Zealand for the first time in ODIs, using their spin attack to exploit New Zealand’s largely right-handed line-up.

Key storylines include Lea Tahuhu playing her 100th ODI and New Zealand managing fitness concerns with Rosemary Mair. With spin dominating the tournament so far and rain a possibility, this match promises a tactical battle. New Zealand need to rediscover momentum, while Bangladesh aim to capitalise on favourable conditions and build on their early confidence.