New Zealand opens its 2025 Women’s World Cup campaign with dominant victory over Bangladesh in the 100m in Guwahati

New Zealand It bounced hard in Women’s World Cup 2025 With a landslide victory 100 times Bangladesh At the Barsabara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati. After a difficult start to the tournament, the White Ferns showed complete control in all departments with bat, ball and field. Brooke Halliday He led from the front with a match-winning knockout, while the Kerr sisters and Tahoe Dismantling the fragile batting system in Bangladesh. The win not only gave New Zealand their first points of the season, but also boosted their net run rate significantly.

CWC 2025: Brooke Halliday anchors the innings as Sophie Devine provides the momentum

Despite an early hiccup at 38/3, New Zealand’s middle order showed resilience. Halliday played an innings of 69 off 104 balls, steadying the side through mid-on. captain Sophie DevineHis 63 off 85 balls added stability, as both players stitched a crucial 112-run stand for the fourth wicket. Their partnership helped rebuild the innings after a shaky start Rabia KhanDouble strikes. Late contributions from Maddy green (25) and a quick cameo from Tahuhu (12* off 4) powered New Zealand to a competitive total of 227/9. Rabia was Bangladesh’s best bowler, scoring 3/30 thanks to her clever variations and control of the middle.

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CWC 2025: Sisters Kerr and Leah Tahu dismantle Bangladesh’s fragile batting system

Chasing 228, Bangladesh never found a rhythm. Rosemary MayerAn early hit set the tone before Jess Kerr (3/21) and Tahoe (3/22) ran through the lineup with relentless precision. Amelia Kerr She shone with her all-round brilliance, taking 1/23 in 10 overs and dismissing the Bangladesh captain, Sultana NigarWith intelligent flight delivery. Bangladesh’s top order collapsed to just 33/6 Fahima Khatorn (34) and Rabiya (25) showed some fight to push the total beyond 100. A disciplined New Zealand attack saw Bangladesh out from 127th over in 39.5 overs, sealing a massive 100-run win. The win not only lifted New Zealand from the bottom of the table, but also restored confidence in their campaign. Halliday was named Player of the Match for her courageous half-century that powered the innings and paved the way for the bowlers to finish the job in style.

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In a bold match-winning innings, she was named Player of the Match for New Zealand. 🇳🇿👏#Chemical Weapons Convention 2025 #Nzofbano #Women’s World Cup 2025 #Bangladesh #NZvBAN pic.twitter.com/BWpVcfdtWp

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