New Zealand secured a decisive 100-run victory over Bangladesh in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025. Sophie Devine and Brooke Halliday anchored the batting with a crucial partnership, setting a challenging total. The New Zealand bowlers then executed a clinical performance to dismiss Bangladesh for a significantly lower score.
Batting first on a tricky pitch, New Zealand posted 227/9. The foundation of their innings was laid by Sophie Devine and Brooke Halliday, who combined for a vital 112-run stand for the fourth wicket. Halliday was the top scorer with 69 runs, while captain Devine contributed a steady 63. Their efforts rescued the team from a precarious 35/3 and provided the momentum needed.
Late cameos from Maddy Green (25) and others pushed the total beyond 220. Bangladesh’s young leg-spinner Rabeya Khan was a standout with the ball, claiming 3 wickets for just 30 runs, showing promising talent.
In response, Bangladesh struggled to build momentum against a relentless New Zealand bowling attack. Rosemary Mair and Jess Kerr made early inroads, leaving Bangladesh in early trouble. Despite a determined effort from Fahima Khatun (34) and a few other players, the chase ultimately fell short, with the team all out for 127. Jess Kerr and Lea Tahuhu were the chief destroyers, each taking three wickets, while Mair also impressed with two crucial wickets, sealing a comprehensive win for the White Ferns and their first of the tournament.
