Published on: Jun 18, 2026 10:22 pm IST | Updated on: Jun 18, 2026 1:21 pm IST
The reigning champions have had the weirdest start to their title defense in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. Having lost two in two in Group B, the New Zealand women will next face the Irish lass in match 13 of the tournament at Southampton. This is essentially a must-win game for the reigning champions to keep their hopes alive for the next round. The same goes for the Irish side, as they too have lost two games in a row and are languishing right at the bottom of Group B. With both teams desperate to get their tournament off and running, expect a cracker of a game in Southampton. In this post, we have compiled free expert tips for the NZ-W vs IRE-W Match 13 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at The Rose Bowl, Southampton.
The Whiteferns will be looking to register their first win of this World Cup, and what could be a better opponent than an associate nation like Ireland? The Whiteferns have never lost a T20I against Ireland, and they will look to maintain their record in this match as well. Expect the win probability meter to lean in favor of the Whiteferns. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the NZ-W vs IRE-W Match 13 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at The Rose Bowl, Southampton.
NZ-W: 87% win chance IRE-W: 13% win chance
With a highest score of 42, the Whiteferns skipper has amassed 50 runs so far in two innings. She remains a top bet at no. 3 for the New Zealand women.
The Ireland women's vice-captain has amassed 59 runs from 2 innings so far in this world cup with 41 being her top score. She remains a key bet in the middle order.
The Whiteferns all-rounder has been clinical with both bat and ball so far in this World Cup. She has got scores of 45 and 22 so far and has clinched 2 wickets. Sophie will be one of the key prospects in this side.
Amy may have had a disappointing start to this World Cup, but in recent times she has averaged 34 scoring 205 runs in her last 7 innings. Hunter will be a key scalp in the middle order.
Check out our prediction for the NZ-W vs IRE-W Match 13 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at the Rose Bowl, Southampton.
Both New Zealand and Sri Lanka women find themselves in a must‑win situation after suffering defeats in their respective opening fixtures of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. The reigning champions, New Zealand, lost their opener to the Caribbean women by 7 wickets, while Sri Lanka looked lackluster in their first outing. With both sides desperate to get their campaigns back on track, the Whiteferns should start as firm favorites heading into this clash.
New Zealand’s strength lies in their experienced core. Amelia Kerr, with her all‑round brilliance, remains the heartbeat of the side, while veterans Sophie Devine and Georgia Plimmer continue to provide stability and firepower. Their presence ensures New Zealand have both leadership and match‑winning ability in key moments. Despite the setback in the opener, the Whiteferns’ depth across departments makes them better equipped to bounce back compared to Sri Lanka’s inconsistent unit.
Expect the win probability meter to tilt heavily in favor of the reigning champions. If Kerr, Devine, and other seniors deliver as expected, New Zealand should comfortably outclass Sri Lanka and reignite their campaign with a statement victory.
The Irish women head into Match 13 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 with mixed fortunes, having won two and lost two of their last four completed fixtures. Their campaign, however, has started on a shaky note, suffering a 40‑run defeat to Scotland women followed by a 4‑wicket loss to former champions England women. These setbacks have left Ireland searching for momentum and a statement performance.
Facing the New Zealand women, who themselves are enduring a torrid run with just one win in their last five T20Is, presents a unique opportunity. The Whiteferns have stumbled badly in their title defense, losing both opening matches in Group B, and their confidence appears shaken. Ireland will look to exploit this vulnerability, banking on the batting prowess of Gaby Lewis and Orla Prendergast, alongside the bowling impact of Arlene Kelly.
While history favors New Zealand, they have never lost a T20I to Ireland, the current form of the champions offers a glimmer of hope. If Ireland can deliver a disciplined performance and seize key moments, they could script an upset that would redefine their campaign. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 4 IRE-W won: 0 NZ-W won: 4 No Result: 0 Tied: 0 RECENT form IRELAND WOMEN: W W W W L RECENT form NEW ZEALAND WOMEN: W L W L L
Only 4 times have the Irish women and the New Zealand women locked horns in T20Is. All four of those games have been won by the Whiteferns.
How will the two teams, i.e., Ireland Women and New Zealand Women, fare in Match 13 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026? Let’s take a look.
Amy Hunter (WK), Alana Dalzell, Gaby Lewis (C), Orla Prendergast, Rebecca Stokell/Coulter Reilly, Leah Paul, Alice Tector, Louise Little, Arlene Kelly, Cara Murray, Aimee Maguire
Georgia Plimmer, Isabella Gaze (WK), Amelia Kerr (C), Sophie Devine, Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Suzie Bates/Izzy Sharp, Jess Kerr, Nensi Patel, Rosemary Mair, Bree Illing/Lea Tahuhu
Here’s the pitch and weather report for Match 13 of ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 between Ireland Women and New Zealand Women at the Rose Bowl, Southampton.
With seamers expected to enjoy early movement under cloudy skies, captains winning the toss should opt to bat first. A total in the 145–155 range could prove decisive, as chasing under lights on a gripping surface may become increasingly difficult later in the evening.
The online live streaming of Match 13 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 will take place live on the JioHotstar app. The live TV coverage for this World Cup will be available on the Star Sports Channels.
Both teams have endured a lean patch so far in this Women’s T20 World Cup. Heading into this game, both teams would be under immense pressure, but given the fact that New Zealand women have never lost to the Irish lass makes them the favorite heading into this fixture. Therefore, as per our prediction, New Zealand Women are expected to win the NZ-W vs IRE-W, Match 7 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.
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