An exciting contest will unfold when South Africa Women take on New Zealand Women in the fifth T20I at Hagley Oval, Christchurch on the 25th.th March 7:15 am IST.
Get the best NZ-W vs SA-W Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI and match insight for the 5th T20I of South Africa Women New Zealand tour 2026. Expert analysis and more.
NZ-W vs SA-W Match Preview:
The thrilling five-match T20I series concludes with New Zealand Women and South Africa Women meeting in Christchurch for the final clash. The match is scheduled on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 7:15 AM IST at the beautiful Hagley Oval. Having taken an unassailable 3-1 lead in Wellington, the “White Ferns” are aiming to wrap up the series 4-1 on a dominant note, while the Proteas are battling for glory and momentum ahead of the upcoming ODI stage.
Meanwhile, historical data from 4th The T20I underlined New Zealand’s clinical target chasing ability under pressure. The host team successfully chased down the target of 160 runs with 9 balls remaining and won by 6 wickets on Sunday. Statistically, the result cemented New Zealand’s dominance on home soil, taking their all-time T20I record against South Africa to 16 wins in 22 meetings. So, while South Africa has pushed the hosts in almost every game, they enter the final as statistical underdogs looking to break their consecutive losing streak.
New Zealand women enter top 5th T20I with great confidence after a stellar performance from its senior core in Wellington. Player of the match Jess Kerr demolished South Africa’s top order with exceptional figures of 3/16, effectively taking away their early pace. Additionally, the chase was headlined by Sophie Devine’s blistering 64 off just 34 balls, who cleared the ropes four times to ensure a swift conclusion. Additionally, captain Amelia Kerr remains the cornerstone of the team, having contributed 31 consecutive runs in the previous innings. As a result, the team will be looking to utilize the pace-friendly conditions at the Hagley Oval to end the series on a high note.
However, South Africa Women arrived in Christchurch to take advantage of the individual brilliance of Anne Dirksen, who scored a blistering 55 not out off 32 balls in the fourth match. Despite the defeat, the Proteas showed better intentions and reached a competitive 159/6 behind Sune Luus’ steady 30. Furthermore, the bowling department included tactical spin from Chloe Tryon, who claimed 2/13 in 4 overs.th The T20I will mark the beginning of the middle-order collapse. Additionally, the visitors will be looking to take early success by taking advantage of the bounce of the Christchurch surface and secure a consolation win to level the competitive narrative.
Therefore, both the teams will fight with high intensity to determine the final chapter of this series. New Zealand Women aim to use their superior all-round depth and winning streak to seal a 4-1 win. Additionally, South Africa Women look to take advantage of their power-hitting and aggressive bowling variations to serenade the Hagley Oval crowd and enter the ODI with a much-needed win.
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NZ-W vs SA-W head-to-head record:
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teams |
win the match |
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new zealand women |
16 |
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south african women |
6 |
NZ-W vs SA-W Weather and Pitch Report:
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temperature |
27°C |
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weather forecast |
sunny |
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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 |
165 |
Records of chasing teams:
NZ-W vs SA-W Playing 11 (Expected):
New Zealand Women’s Playing 11:
1) Georgia Plimmer
2) Isabella Gaze (Wicketkeeper)
3) Amelia Kerr ©
4) Sophie Devine
5) Brooke Holiday
6) Muddy Green
7) Easy Sharp
8) Suzie Bates
9) Jess Kerr
10) Lee Tahuhu
11) Rosemary Mair
South Africa Women Playing 11: :
1) Sune Luce
2) Chloe Tryon
3) Laura Wolvaardt ©
4) Anne Dirksen
5) Tazmin Brits
6) Nadine de Klerk
7) Kayla Reineke
8) Karabo Maceo (Wicketkeeper)
9) Masabata Class
10) Ayanda Hlubi
11) Nonkululeko Mlaba
NZ-W vs SA-W Hot Picks for Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Amelia Kerr – The right-handed batsman of the New Zealand women’s team also bowls right-arm leg break and has scored 171 runs with 3 wickets. |
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Sophie Devine – New Zealand Women have depended on this right-handed batsman who also bowls right-arm medium pace and has scored 168 runs while taking 7 wickets in the series. |
Raises up:
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Nadine de Klerk – South African female right-handed batsman, who also bowls right-arm medium pace and contributed 55 runs with 3 wickets. |
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Annerie Derksen – South Africa’s female right-handed batsman also bowls right-arm medium pace and has added 107 runs with 3 wickets. |
Budget Selection:
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Suzie Bates – The right-handed batsman of the New Zealand women’s team also bowls off-break and has scored 53 runs while taking 2 wickets in the series. |
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Tazmin Britts – South Africa Women rely on this right-handed opening batsman, who has scored 90 runs, including a strong innings of 53. |
NZ-W vs SA-W South Africa Women Tour of New Zealand 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
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captain |
Sophie Devine and Amelia Kerr |
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vice captain |
Nadine de Klerk and Annery Derksen |
NZ-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- The Keepers – Isabella Gaze
- Batsmen – Laura Wolvaardt, Georgia Plimmer
- All-rounders – Sophie Devine©, Chloe Tryon, Sune Luus, Amelia Kerr, Nadine de Klerk, Annelies Derksen (Vice-captain)
- Bowlers – Jess Kerr, Nonkululeko Mlaba

NZ-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- The Keepers – Isabella Gaze
- Batsmen – Suzie Bates, Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Britts, Georgia Plimmer
- All-rounders – Sophie Devine, Amelia Kerr©, Nadine de Klerk (vice-captain), Anne Derksen
- Bowlers – Jess Kerr, Nonkululeko Mlaba

NZ-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction Today Match 5th T20I South Africa Women tour of New Zealand 2026 Players to avoid:
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player |
dream11 credit |
Dream11 Points (Last Match) |
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K Meso |
7.5 credits |
No |
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f devonshire |
7.5 credits |
No |
NZ-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction Today Match 5th T20I South Africa Women Tour of New Zealand 2026 Expert Advice:
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sl captaincy option |
Sophie Devine |
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gl captaincy option |
amelia kerr |
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choice of punt |
Tazmin Britts and Suzie Bates |
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dream11 combination |
1-2-6-2 |
NZ-W vs SA-W Match Winner Prediction:
Looking at the team combination and current form, New Zealand is expected to win this match.


