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Third ODI match on 16thth England Women will take on New Zealand Women in May at 3:30 PM IST at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff.
Get the best ENG vs NZ Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI and match insights for the 3rd ODI of New Zealand Women England tour 2026. Expert analysis and more.
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Hot Picks for England vs New Zealand Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Maddy Green – The experienced batsman led the New Zealand innings brilliantly, consistently maintaining her composure during difficult middle order situations and scoring 88 runs. |
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Amelia Kerr – The New Zealand captain impressed with 55 runs and two wickets, producing an all-round performance in the closely-fought ODI series. |
Raises up:
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Charlie Dean – The England all-rounder made a match-winning contribution, combining an unbeaten finishing innings with a disciplined and economical off-spin bowling spell. |
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Maia Bouchier – The England opener anchored the chase with 59, providing stability and smart stroke rotation under increasing scoreboard pressure. |
Budget Selection:
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Isabella Gaze – The New Zealand wicketkeeper-batsman provided consistent support to the middle order, displaying sharp glovework behind the stumps during an intense opening contest. |
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Danielle Gibson – The seam-bowling all-rounder added valuable runs lower down the order and controlled the overs effectively, helping England maintain consistent balance during crucial phases. |
England vs New Zealand New Zealand Women England Tour 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
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captain |
Amelia Kerr and Maddie Green |
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vice captain |
Maia Bouchier and Charlie Dean |
England vs New Zealand Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- The Keepers – Amy Jones
- Batsmen – Suzie Bates, Maddy Green, Maia Bouchier (Vice Captain)
- All-rounders – Amelia Kerr©, Alice Capsey
- Bowlers – Sophie Ecclestone, Lauren Bell, Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, Charlie Dean
England vs New Zealand Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- The Keepers – Amy Jones, Isabella Gage
- Batsmen – Heather Knight, Suzie Bates, Maddy Green©, Maia Bouchier
- Allrounder – Amelia Kerr, Danielle Gibson
- Bowlers – Lauren Bell, Rosemary Mair, Charlie Dean (Vice-captain)
England vs New Zealand Dream11 Prediction Today 3rd ODI New Zealand Women England tour 2026 Players to avoid:
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player |
dream11 credit |
Dream11 Points (Last Match) |
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issy wong |
No |
No |
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flora devonshire |
No |
No |
England vs New Zealand Dream11 Prediction Today 3rd ODI New Zealand Women England Tour 2026 Expert Advice:
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sl captaincy option |
amelia kerr |
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gl captaincy option |
maddy green |
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choice of punt |
Danielle Gibson and Isabella Gage |
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dream11 combination |
1-3-2-5 |
England vs New Zealand Match Preview:
The England women’s national cricket team will take on the New Zealand women’s national cricket team in the third and final ODI at the Sophia Gardens on Saturday, May 16, 2026. England are entering the decider with a 1-0 lead in the series and need only a draw or no result to secure the trophy. Meanwhile, New Zealand will need a winning performance to level the series and avoid another ODI defeat against the hosts.
The second ODI at Northampton failed to see any action due to persistent rain, forcing the officials to abandon the match without a single ball being bowled. Earlier in the day, the New Zealand women’s national cricket team won the toss and elected to field first, before play could not start due to weather conditions. However, England received a timely boost from the return of Sophie Ecclestone and Alice Capsey to the playing eleven, strengthening both the batting and bowling departments before the conclusion of the series.
Historically, the England women’s national cricket team has had strong success in home conditions, particularly when seam-friendly weather helps fast bowlers open the innings. The Cardiff surface, with expected cloudy conditions, could once again provide movement for the fast bowlers. Therefore, the competition between England’s disciplined bowling attack and New Zealand’s experienced top order led by Suzie Bates and Amelia Kerr could play a decisive role in determining the outcome of this final ODI.
England vs New Zealand head-to-head record:
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teams |
win the match |
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England Women |
47 |
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new zealand women |
37 |
England vs New Zealand Weather and Pitch Report:
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temperature |
12°C |
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weather forecast |
cloudy |
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pitch behavior |
batting friendly |
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Best suited for |
motion |
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Average score of first innings |
228 |
Records of chasing teams:
England vs New Zealand Playing 11 (Expected):
England Women Playing 11:
1) Emma Lamb
2) Maia Boucher
3) Heather Knight
4) Alice Capsey
5) Freya Kemp
6) Amy Jones (Wicketkeeper)
7) Danielle Gibson
8) Charlie Dean ©
9) Sophie Ecclestone
10) Lauren Bell
11) Tilly Courteney-Coleman
new zealand women playing 11: :
1) Suzie Bates
2) Georgia Plimmer
3) Amelia Kerr ©
4) Muddy Green
5) Brooke Holiday
6) Isabella Gaze (Wicketkeeper)
7) Easy Sharp
8) Jess Kerr
9) Nancy Patel
10) Rosemary Mair
11) Bree Elling
England vs New Zealand Match Winner Prediction:
Based on the overall team combination, England Women are expected to be on top in this encounter.
