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New Zealand vs Scotland Women Predictions - New Zealand backed to record second win at T20 World Cup

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Nigel Williams
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Last updated: 24 Jun 2026

New Zealand Women are tipped to win their T20I clash against Scotland Women, owing to superior experience, an impressive bowling attack, and a perfect record in prior head-to-head matchups. Recent performances from White Ferns players like Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine, and Suzie Bates underscore their depth, while Scotland’s Kathryn Bryce and Katherine Fraser are in solid form for the visitors. However, New Zealand's batting and bowling depth make them heavy favourites for a second tournament win. Expect Kerr, Devine, Bryce, and Fraser to be key contributors.

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  • New Zealand favored due to experience and bowling strength.
  • Scotland has been competitive but face a tough challenge.
  • White Ferns poised for second tournament win.
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New Zealand vs Scotland Women Predictions


New Zealand's superior experience, bowling attack and record in this fixture should see the White Ferns claim their second win of the tournament.

  • New Zealand Women have won all 4 T20I meetings against Scotland Women.
  • New Zealand Women’s Sophie Devine has scored 45, 22, 6, 87*, 45, and 43 in her last 6 knocks.
  • New Zealand Women’s Amelia Kerr scored 30 of 24 balls in her last match against Ireland.
  • New Zealand Women’s Amelia Kerr has taken 5 wickets with a 6.95 per over economy rate in her last 7 matches.
  • Scotland Women’s Kathryn Bryce has scored 21, 63*, 32, 94 and 60 in her last 5 matches.
  • Scotland Women’s Sarah Bryce has scored 30, 1, 52, 18, 49 and 34 in her last 6 knocks.
  • Scotland Women’s Katherine Fraser has taken 7 wickets in her last 4 matches.

Head-to-Head


New Zealand Women have won all four T20I meetings against Scotland Women.

New Zealand Women Form


After losing to the West Indies and Sri Lanka in their first two matches, New Zealand defeated Ireland by four runs in a thrilling match at the Hampshire Bowl. Defending a total of 140/6, the White Ferns survived a strong 110-run partnership from Irish captain Gaby Lewis and Orla Prendergast to keep their tournament hopes alive.

Player of the match and Captain Amelia Kerr scored 30 off 24 balls, assisted by Brooke Halliday with 34 and Izzy Sharp with 36.

Amelia Kerr took 2 crucial wickets, while Suzie Bates bowled a disciplined final over, conceding 10 runs and defending 15.

Scotland Women Form


Scotland lost their last to match against England, making it it two defeats in a row. Despite facing an imposing 200/5 target, Scotland started positively. 

Opener Darcey Carter (29) and Katherine Fraser (23) knocked off 26 runs in the first two overs. However, England’s bowling attack applied the brakes. Sophie Ecclestone was exceptional, taking 2/23 in her four overs, while Sarah Bryce led the Scottish resistance with an impressive 34 off 24 balls.

Kathryn Bryce has scored 21, 63*, 32, 94 and 60 in her last 5 matches and Katherine Fraser has taken 7 wickets in her last 4 matches.

Team news


New Zealand enter the match as heavy favorites, given their batting depth, international experience, and world-class players like Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine, and Suzie Bates.

New Zealand Women (probable XI): Isabella Gaze (wk), Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr (c), Sophie Devine (if fit), Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Izzy Sharp/Suzie Bates, Jess Kerr, Nensi Patel, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing.

Scotland Women (probable XI): Darcey Carter, Katherine Fraser, Kathryn Bryce (c), Sarah Bryce (wk), Megan McColl, Pippa Sproul/Ailsa Lister, Priyanaz Chatterji, Kirstie Gordon, Chloe Abel, Hannah Rainey/Rachel Slater, Gabriella Fontenla.

Verdict

New Zealand Women are tipped to win at odds of 1.13, with Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine, Kathryn Bryce, and Katherine Fraser backed to star with bat and ball.

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Nigel combines a love of business and sport as one of the leading experts on South African sport.


Since a young age, he played football, cricket, golf, tennis and squash, and is an avid Arsenal supporter.

His initial foray into the business world was in the financial industry, completing various diploma’s including financial and investment management and credit management, and held various positions in banking.

He subsequently worked on the Leadership media publication and the Global Africa Network Media Trade and Investment platforms, before switching to sport.

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