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New Zealand wins toss and opts to bat against South Africa in Women’s Cricket World Cup

Both teams seek their first win after opening losses as New Zealand captain Sophie Devine elects to bat first in the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup match at Holkar Stadium.

  • On Monday, 6 October, New Zealand captain Sophie Devine won the toss at Holkar Stadium and elected to bat in match 7 of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025.
  • New Zealand Women and South Africa Women enter under pressure following heavy defeats, as New Zealand lost by 89 runs and South Africa were beaten by 10 wickets.
  • On a pitch rated good for batting, Sophie Devine chose to bat first at Holkar Stadium, while evening dew could aid South Africa Women chasing after their 10-wicket loss.
  • Milestones and urgency combine to raise the match's immediate stakes as South Africa Women aim to reset in Indore while Suzie Bates, New Zealand veteran, plays her 350th and Sophie Devine, New Zealand captain, her 300th international.
  • Last year's Dubai final between these teams adds a competitive subplot, with South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt saying `Don't mind too much. It will be a good wicket and don't mind chasing.
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New Zealand wins toss and opts to bat against South Africa in Women’s Cricket World Cup

New Zealand captain Sophie Devine has won the coin toss and opted to bat against South Africa in the Women’s Cricket World Cup.

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The Hamilton Spectator broke the news in Hamilton, Canada on Monday, October 6, 2025.
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