NZ-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction & 2nd ODI Dream11 Team Today: Match Preview & Fantasy Cricket Tips
- Published: March 31, 2026
- Updated: March 31, 2026
- By AllCric Team
Match Preview
New Zealand Women lost by 2 wickets in a last-ball thriller. Now they’re desperate for revenge. Can they level the series at Basin Reserve?
South Africa Women pulled off one of the most dramatic ODI wins in recent memory — chasing 269 off the final ball thanks to debutant Kayla Reyneke’s six. New Zealand had their chances but dropped two key catches at crucial moments and paid the price. Now, heading into the 2nd ODI at Wellington’s Basin Reserve, the White Ferns are under real pressure. If you’re building your NZ W vs SA W Dream11 prediction today match, here’s what matters — the pitch in Wellington suits pace bowlers early, Maddy Green and Amelia Kerr need to lead from the front, and South Africa have the confidence of a brilliant win already. Our NZ W vs SA W Dream11 prediction leans towards New Zealand bouncing back at home, but it’s far from one-sided. Read on for the full NZ W vs SA W Dream11 team today, pitch report, playing XIs, and top fantasy picks.
NZ-W vs SA-W Match Details
Match: New Zealand Women vs South Africa Women, 2nd ODI
Tournament: South Africa Women tour of New Zealand 2026
Date & Time: Wednesday, 1 April 2026, 6:30 AM (IST) |
Venue: Basin Reserve, Wellington
NZ-W vs SA-W Recent Form
| Team | Last 5 Matches |
|---|---|
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New Zealand Women
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W W W L L
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South Africa Women
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W L W W W
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New Zealand won the T20I series 3–2 but have now lost back-to-back ODI-format games including the 1st ODI here. Their batting looked good — Maddy Green’s 85 was brilliant — but the bowling and fielding let them down badly at the end. South Africa are in excellent form, winning four of their last five matches. They look confident, clinical, and dangerous.
NZ-W vs SA-W Head-to-Head Record (ODIs)
| Record | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 22 (inc. 1st ODI 2026) |
| Won by NZ W | 13 |
| Won by SA W | 9 |
| Last Match | 29 March 2026 — SA W won by 2 wickets |
New Zealand lead the all-time ODI head-to-head 13–9, but South Africa have been the stronger side in recent years — winning 4 of the last 5 ODIs between these two teams before this series. The 1st ODI in Christchurch adds another win to South Africa’s recent run. History says NZ, but current form clearly points to SA.
NZ-W vs SA-W Pitch & Weather Report – Basin Reserve, Wellington
Basin Reserve is a pace-friendly ground. The pitch offers good bounce and seam movement, especially early on with the new ball. It is not as flat and high-scoring as some other venues — batters need to work for their runs here. Fast-medium bowlers tend to do well throughout the innings.
Key Numbers:
- Average first innings score in Women’s ODIs at Basin Reserve: around 184 runs — batters need to grind here
- Teams batting first have won 4 out of 5 ODIs at this ground — a competitive total matters
- Seam and pace bowlers are the key weapons; spinners get limited help
Toss: Unlike most venues, Basin Reserve historically favours the team batting first. Setting a target here is an advantage.
Weather: Wellington is expected to be cool and breezy with temperatures around 15–18°C. Low rain risk, a full 50-over game is expected. No dew factor during this day game, which helps bowlers in both innings.
NZ-W vs SA-W Probable Playing 11
New Zealand Women Probable 11
Amelia Kerr (c), Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (wk), Izzy Sharp, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing, Flora Devonshire
South Africa Women Probable 11
Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Annerie Dercksen, Sune Luus, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Kayla Reyneke, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayabonga Khaka, Tumi Sekhukhune
Top Fantasy Picks for NZ W vs SA W Match
Top Batters Picks
- Maddy Green (NZ W) – Top scorer in the 1st ODI with 85 off 83 balls; the anchor of NZ’s batting
- Annerie Dercksen (SA W) – Scored 72 off 93 balls in the 1st ODI; reliable and consistent in the chase
- Sune Luus (SA W) – Hit 53 off 72 balls in Christchurch; experienced middle-order batter
- Laura Wolvaardt (SA W) – South Africa’s captain and one of the best women’s ODI batters in the world right now
Top Bowlers Picks
- Ayabonga Khaka (SA W) – Took 6 wickets for 56 runs in the 1st ODI — a stunning spell; she is in top form
- Amelia Kerr (NZ W) – Took 2 wickets for 31 runs and top-scored in the T20I series; always a threat
- Jess Kerr (NZ W) – NZ’s frontline seamer; Wellington conditions will suit her pace and movement
- Nonkululeko Mlaba (SA W) – Left-arm spinner who controls the middle overs well
Top All-Rounders Picks
- Amelia Kerr (NZ W) – Bats at No. 5 and bowls leg spin; the most valuable all-round pick in this match
- Sune Luus (SA W) – Handy leg-spin to go with her batting; dual-value pick in any format
- Nadine de Klerk (SA W) – Scored 39 off 39 balls in the 1st ODI and bowls useful medium pace
NZ-W vs SA-W Dream11 Team Today
Safe Team (Small League)
WK: Isabella Gaze BAT: Maddy Green, Annerie Dercksen, Sune Luus, Laura Wolvaardt ALL: Amelia Kerr, Nadine de Klerk BOWL: Ayabonga Khaka, Jess Kerr, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Bree Illing
Captain: Amelia Kerr | Vice Captain: Ayabonga Khaka
Risky Team (Grand League)
WK: Sinalo Jafta BAT: Maddy Green, Tazmin Brits, Georgia Plimmer, Annerie Dercksen ALL: Sune Luus, Kayla Reyneke BOWL: Ayabonga Khaka, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Tumi Sekhukhune
Captain: Maddy Green | Vice Captain: Kayla Reyneke
Disclaimer: Fantasy team suggestions are based on player form, stats, and match conditions. Please use your own judgment while making your final Dream11 team.
NZ-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction & Analysis
New Zealand have the home advantage, a strong all-round squad, and the motivation to level the series after a painful loss. Maddy Green was outstanding in the 1st ODI, and Amelia Kerr will want to make a bigger impact with both bat and ball this time. The Wellington pitch — which favours teams batting first — also plays into NZ’s hands.
South Africa, however, are full of confidence. Khaka’s six-wicket haul showed just how dangerous their bowling can be, and their batting lineup showed great character to chase 269 on the last ball. Losing that kind of game can knock a team for six — but for South Africa, winning it only makes them stronger.
Predicted Winner: New Zealand Women
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❓FAQs
Our prediction favours New Zealand Women. They are playing at home, the Basin Reserve pitch suits their pace attack, and they have a strong all-round squad led by Amelia Kerr. The dropped catches in the 1st ODI hurt them badly — expect a much sharper performance this time.
Amelia Kerr is the top captain choice. She bats at No. 5 and bowls leg spin, giving her two ways to score big fantasy points. She has been in excellent form across both the T20I series and the 1st ODI.
Ayabonga Khaka is an excellent vice-captain pick. Coming off a 6-wicket haul in the 1st ODI, she is the most in-form bowler in this match and can single-handedly win games for South Africa.
Maddy Green is a must-pick — she was NZ’s best batter in the 1st ODI with 85 runs. Annerie Dercksen (72 in the 1st ODI) is a strong pick from SA’s side. Laura Wolvaardt is always a reliable option as SA’s captain and in-form opener.
Basin Reserve leans towards bowlers, especially pace bowlers. The average Women’s ODI score here is around 184. Pick at least 4–5 quality bowlers and make sure your batting picks are proven performers, not just big hitters.