Just two days after the conclusion of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, the Indian Women’s Football Team and the New Zealand Women’s Football Team are preparing for a three-match ODI series in India. New Zealand enter the series in high spirits to claim their maiden T20 World Cup title, while India are looking for redemption after a disappointing group stage exit in the same tournament.
This ODI series will serve as an important warm-up match for the upcoming Women’s ODI World Cup, which India will host in 2025. In the opening game of the World Cup. Team India, on the other hand, will aim to turn things around and regain momentum ahead of the big tournament next year.
India vs. New Zealand Women’s ODI Series: Key Players and Team Updates
New Zealand goalkeeper Polly Inglis was selected for the series for the first time. Additionally, batsman Lauren Down has added more strength to the side by returning to the team after her maternity leave in July. On the Indian side, wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh will miss the series as she is preparing for her Class 12 board exams. Leg-spinner Asha Sobhana is out due to injury and all-rounder Pooja Vastrakar has been rested for the series.
India VS. New Zealand Women’s first ODI series match details
- Date: Thursday, October 24
- Time: 1:30 PM (US Standard Time)
- Venue: Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium, Ahmedabad
India vs. New Zealand Women’s 1st ODI series: Where to watch live
The India vs New Zealand Women’s ODI series will be broadcast live on Sports 18 and can be streamed on the JioCinema app and website.
India vs New Zealand Women’s ODI Series Complete Schedule
India captain’s status under scrutiny
Harmanpreet Kaur’s leadership will be in the spotlight after India’s mediocre performance in the T20 World Cup. Speculations have been circulating about her future as captain, with some suggesting that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is considering a change of leadership. However, this ODI series provides a big opportunity for Harmanpreet to regain her commanding skills and lead India to a strong performance against the World Cup winners.
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