NZ-W vs IRE-W Match Prediction, Preview, Team News & Expert Analysis - 13th Match
By Akshay Thakur - Tue, Aug 18, 2026Last Updated on Aug 18, 2026 12:56 PM
New Zealand Women vs Ireland Women Hockey Match Previews
FIH Hockey Women World Cup 2026 Belgium & Netherlands
NZ-W vs IRE-W Match Previews, Probable Playing 11, Hockey Match Live Score and Pitch Report
NZ-W vs IRE-W Match Prediction, FIH Hockey Women World Cup 2026 Belgium & Netherlands, New Zealand Women vs Ireland Women Match Preview, Probable Playing 11, Match winning Tips, Live Match Score, Pitch Report, Injury & Updates.
NZ-W vs IRE-W (New Zealand Women vs Ireland Women) Match Details
| Match | New Zealand Women vs Ireland Women (NZ-W vs IRE-W) |
| League | FIH Hockey Women World Cup 2026 Belgium & Netherlands |
| Date | Tuesday, 18th August 2026 |
| Time | 02:30 PM (IST) - 09:00 AM (GMT) |
NZ-W vs IRE-W Venue: Belfius Hockey Arena
NZ-W vs IRE-W Weather Report: The weather will be clean and there are no chances of rain.
NZ-W vs IRE-W (New Zealand Women vs Ireland Women) Playing 11
New Zealand Women vs Ireland Women (NZ-W vs IRE-W) Match Preview
NZ-W vs IRE-W Match Preview: New Zealand Women will take on Ireland Women in FIH Hockey Women World Cup 2026 Belgium & Netherlands on Tuesday, 18 August 2026 at 02:30 PM IST.
Both teams were involved in high-scoring matches on Sunday. Belgium displayed excellent attacking play to defeat New Zealand 5-2, while Ireland put up a strong fight against Spain but ultimately suffered a 3-2 defeat. The Irish team deserves praise for the spirit they showed, though recovering from this loss will be a challenge for them.
Neither teams defense was particularly impressive in their opening matches. Given their style of play, this match is likely to see plenty of goals, especially since both teams are in desperate need of a win. With this in mind, one can expect a total of more than 4.5 goals by the end of the match.
New Zealand Women (NZ-W) Team Updates
- Tarryn Davey and Alia Jaques will take care Mid-Fielder for New Zealand Women team
Ireland Women (IRE-W) Team Updates
- Anna OFlanagan will take care Forward for Ireland Women team
New Zealand Women vs Ireland Women (NZ-W vs IRE-W) Hockey Match Prediction, Team and Tips
NZ-W vs IRE-W Match Prediction: Ireland Women has very good form in recent matches, most probably they will win this match.
NZ-W vs IRE-W FIH Hockey Women World Cup 2026 Belgium & Netherlands Match Expert Advice: Megan Hull will be a top multiplier choice for the small leagues. Olivia Merry will be a decent choice for the captaincy in the grand leagues.
NZ-W vs IRE-W Head to Head
NZ-W vs IRE-W Head to Head Records: New Zealand Women vs Ireland Women have faced each other in 0 matches in . Out of these 0 games, New Zealand Women have won 0 whereas Ireland Women have won 0 Matches.
| Match Played | 0 |
| NZ-W Won | 0 |
| IRE-W Won | 0 |
| Tie/NR | 0 |
Live Telecast
The match will be live telecast on Star Sports.
NZ-W vs IRE-W Team Analysis & Player Performance
- In Goal Keeping, both are good. You can choose any of one.
NZ-W vs IRE-W Winning Prediction
- Ireland Women looks more strong as compared to New Zealand Women, Make a 7-4 combination in favour of Ireland Women
NZ-W vs IRE-W Small League Must Picks:
NZ-W - Megan Hull [0 points], Olivia Merry [0 points]IRE-W - Kathryn Mullan [262 points], Roisin Upton [191 points]
NZ-W vs IRE-W Grand League Risky Picks:
NZ-W - Tarryn Davey [0 points], Alia Jaques [0 points]IRE-W - Holly Micklem [0 points], Chloe Watkins [0 points]
New Zealand Women (NZ-W) Key Players
- Rose Tynan [PTs: 0, CR: 8.0]
- Olivia Shannon [PTs: 0, CR: 9.0]
- Olivia Merry [PTs: 0, CR: 9.5]
- Megan Hull [PTs: 0, CR: 9.5]
Ireland Women (IRE-W) Key Players
- Zara Malseed [PTs: 56, CR: 8.0]
- Sarah Torrans [PTs: 58, CR: 8.0]
- Hannah McLoughlin [PTs: 147, CR: 9.0]
- Naomi Carroll [PTs: 176, CR: 8.5]
NZ-W vs IRE-W Captain and Vice-Captain Choices
- Olivia Shannon [PTs: 0, CR: 9.0]
- Olivia Merry [PTs: 0, CR: 9.5]
- Megan Hull [PTs: 0, CR: 9.5]
- Zara Malseed [PTs: 56, CR: 8.0]
- Hannah McLoughlin [PTs: 147, CR: 9.0]
- Naomi Carroll [PTs: 176, CR: 8.5]
NZ-W vs IRE-W Injury / Unavailability
NZ-W Hockey Team Injuries:
- There are no injury updates as of now.
Ireland Women Hockey Team Injuries:
- There are no injury updates as of now.
NZ-W vs IRE-W Live Stream
NZ-W vs IRE-W match will be live telecast on JioHotstar.
NZ-W vs IRE-W Hockey Match Highlights
You can watch NZ-W vs IRE-W match Live Streaming and highlights on JioHotstar
NZ-W vs IRE-W match prediction video in Hindi will be posted soon
New Zealand Women vs Ireland Women (NZ-W vs IRE-W) Squads
New Zealand Women (NZ-W) Squad: Olivia Shannon, Olivia Merry, Brooke Roberts(GK), Hope Ralph, Frances Davies, Liz Thompson, Stephanie Dickins, Megan Hull, Tarryn Davey, Katie Doar, Julia King, Alia Jaques, Grace O'Hanlon(GK), Samantha Charlton, Rose Tynan, Casey Crowley, Hannah Cotter, Hannah Gravenall
Ireland Women (IRE-W) Squad: Anna O'Flanagan, Deirdre Duke, Naomi Carroll, Sarah Torrans, Zara Malseed, Ayeisha McFerran(GK), Liz Murphy(GK), Shirley McCay, Hannah Matthews, Elena Tice, Roisin Upton, Hannah McLoughlin, Sarah McAuley, Nicola Daly, Chloe Watkins, Kathryn Mullan, Lizzie Colvin, Sarah Hawkshaw, Michelle Carey, Christina Hamill, Katie Mckee, Caoimhe Perdue, Ellen Curran, Charlotte Beggs, Niamh Carey, Holly Micklem(GK), Siofra OBrien
DISCLAIMER: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q-1, What is the Match prediction for today's NZ-W vs IRE-W match?
A-1, For NZ-W vs IRE-W, New Zealand Women will take on Ireland Women at 2026-08-18 14:30:00 IST, and our expert prediction helps you pick the best Dream11 lineup for this exciting clash.
Q-2, What are the best Dream11 fantasy tips for NZ-W vs IRE-W?
A-2, Get smart Hockey fantasy tips for NZ-W vs IRE-W with safe small-league picks, high-upside grand-league options, and the latest injury updates from Possible11.
Q-3, Which small-league must-picks should I choose for today's Hockey match?
A-3, Check the latest small-league must-picks for today's Hockey game on the Possible11 website or app to build a stronger and safer fantasy team.
Q-4, Which grand-league must-picks are ideal for today's Hockey match?
A-4, Explore the top grand-league must-picks for today's Hockey match on Possible11 and pick bold players with high upside for bigger rewards.
Q-5, What are the best captain and vice-captain choices for NZ-W vs IRE-W?
A-5, Choose your captain and vice-captain carefully based on form, matchup, and recent performances, and check Possible11 for the latest expert suggestions.
Q-6, Are there any injury updates for NZ-W vs IRE-W today?
A-6, There are no major injury updates at the moment for NZ-W vs IRE-W, but we will update the app and website as soon as new news arrives.
Q-7, Where can I watch the live score for NZ-W vs IRE-W today?
A-7, You can follow the live score for NZ-W vs IRE-W on the Possible11.com website and the Possible11 app.
