The New Zealand Women’s tour of England 2026 reaches its climax as England Women battle against New Zealand Women in the high-stakes 3rd ODI at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff. Following a thrilling one-wicket victory for one of the best women's cricket teams in the world, England in the opener and a washed-out second match, the hosts hold an unassailable 1-0 lead, leaving the BlackCaps desperate to level the score.
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ENG-W vs NZ-W Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - New Zealand Women Tour of England 2026, 3rd ODI

With the series on the line, fantasy players have plenty to play for. This article covers the ENG-W vs NZ-W Dream11 prediction, pitch reports, crucial injury updates, probable playing XIs, and fantasy cricket tips to build your winning team today.
New Zealand Women vs England Women Match Details

| Series | New Zealand Women Tour of England 2026 |
|---|---|
| Match | England Women vs New Zealand Women, 3rd ODI |
| Toss | To be updated |
| Venue | Sophia Gardens |
| City | Cardiff |
| Match Start Time | 3:30 PM IST, 16th May 2026 |
| Scorecard | ENG-W vs NZ-W Scorecard |
| Live Streaming | Sony LIV |
ENG-W vs NZ-W Dream11 Team Today Stats
- Maddy Green was the top scorer for New Zealand Women in the first ODI, making 88 runs at a strike rate of 82.24.
- Fast bowler Rosemary Mair picked up three wickets in the previous match and will be a great choice for the ENG-W vs NZ-W Dream11 prediction.
- Maia Bouchier played a match-winning knock of 59 runs off 69 balls, including four boundaries, in the last match.
- Lauren Bell was the leading wicket-taker for England Women in the previous game, taking two wickets at an economy rate of 3.9
| Player | Team | Player’s Stats (Last Match) |
|---|---|---|
| Maddy Green | New Zealand Women | 88 Runs |
| Rosemary Mair | New Zealand Women | 3 Wickets |
| Maia Bouchier | England Women | 59 Runs |
| Lauren Bell | England Women | 2 Wickets |
ENG-W vs NZ-W Toss Prediction
There is a chance of light rain in Cardiff during the evening, so the DLS method could come into play in this match. Because of the weather conditions, Charlie Dean is likely to choose to bowl first after winning the toss in this ENG-W vs NZ-W Dream11 team prediction.
Record of Chasing Teams at Sophia Gardens
At one of the most beautiful cricket stadiums in the world, Sophia Gardens, teams chasing have enjoyed more success. Out of 32 matches played at this venue, 20 have been won by the chasing side, while teams batting first have won 12 matches.
| Chasing Record | Win% |
|---|---|
| Average | 62.5% |
ENG-W vs NZ-W Playing 11
| England Women Playing 11 | New Zealand Women Playing 11 |
|---|---|
| Emma Lamb | Suzie Bates |
| Jodi Grewcock / Alice Capsey | Georgia Plimmer |
| Heather Knight | Amelia Kerr (c) |
| Maia Bouchier | Maddy Green |
| Freya Kemp | Brooke Halliday |
| Amy Jones (wk) | Isabella Gaze (wk) |
| Danielle Gibson | Izzy Sharp |
| Charlotte Dean (c) | Jess Kerr |
| Lauren Filer | Rosemary Mair |
| Lauren Bell | Bree Illing |
| Sophie Ecclestone | Nensi Patel |
ENG-W vs NZ-W Top Run Scorers & Leading Wicket Takers
Maddy Green and Maia Bouchier have been the standout batters for their teams in the ODI series, while Rosemary Mair and Charlie Dean have impressed the most with the ball.
| Top Run Scorers | Maddy Green and Maia Bouchier |
|---|---|
| Leading Wicket Takers | Rosemary Mair and Charlie Dean |
ENG-W vs NZ-W Captain & Vice Captain Choices

| Captain | Amelia Kerr and Maia Boucher |
|---|---|
| Vice-Captain | Charlie Dean and Heather Knight |
Top Picks for ENG-W vs NZ-W Captain Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Heather Knight | ENG-W | Batsman |
| Sophie Ecclestone | ENG-W | Bowler |
Budget Picks for ENG-W vs NZ-W Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia Plimmer | NZ-W | Batsman |
| Rosemary Mair | NZ-W | Bowler |
Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match
Keeper: I Gaze
Batters: H Knight, M Green, G Plimmer, M Bouchier
All-rounder: A Kerr
Bowlers: L Bell, J Kerr, R Mair, C Dean, S Ecclestone

Best Dream11 Team Today
Keeper: I Gaze
Batters: H Knight, M Green, M Bouchier, E Lamb, B Halliday
All-rounders: A Kerr, N Patel, A Capsey
Bowlers: L Bell, R Mair

ENG-W vs NZ-W Dream11 Prediction Today (3rd ODI) New Zealand Women Tour of England 2026 Players to Avoid
Amy Jones had a disappointing outing in the previous match, scoring only three runs, while Izzy Sharp managed just 6 runs off 10 balls. Due to their recent form, both players may not be ideal picks for this ENG-W vs NZ-W Dream11 prediction today match
| Player | Dream11 Credits |
|---|---|
| Amy Jones | 7.0 |
| Izzy Sharp | 7.0 |
ENG-W vs NZ-W Weather & Pitch Report at Sophia Gardens
- The weather in Cardiff is expected to remain overcast during the match, with temperatures around 13°C and light rain possible later in the evening.
- The pitch at the Sophia Gardens is likely to help the fast bowlers early in the game. Batters may need to be careful while playing big shots because of the large boundary size.
| Temperature | 13°C |
|---|---|
| Weather Forecast | Partly Cloudy |
| Pitch Behaviour | Balanced |
| Best Suited To | Batters & Pacers |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 205 runs |
ENG-W vs NZ-W H2H Records
England Women have enjoyed the upper hand against the New Zealand Women in ODI cricket. Out of 88 matches played between the two teams, England Women have won 48, while New Zealand Women have registered 37 victories. Three matches ended without a result
| Team | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| England Women (ENG-W) | 48 |
| New Zealand Women (NZ-W) | 37 |
| No Result | 3 |
Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis, calculated odds, and past experience of the author. While selecting your team, consider the analysis only as supporting data while making your own decision. Sportsdunia does not work with insider news and will not be responsible for any monetary loss to the users following the analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win the 3rd ODI of the New Zealand Women tour of England 2026?
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Who will win the 3rd ODI of the New Zealand Women tour of England 2026?
England Women are likely to win the 3rd ODI of the series against New Zealand.
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