If the build-up to the 2022 edition is any indication, they look well-poised to give the cricketing elites - England and Australia - a tough competition for the title.
The preparations for the Sophie Devine-led side has been near-perfect, with most players in the squad having gotten ample game time as well as a chance to stand up
The standout performer among those has been Amelia Kerr, who has returned to the side after a break and owned the No 3 position with incredible success.
They may not be the strongest team on paper, neither the most experienced unit, but they are heading into the tournament in good form - individually and collectively.
Anything less than a semi-final berth would be a disappointment for them.
Likely XI: Suzie Bates, Sophie Devine (capt), Amelia Kerr, Amy Satterthwaite, Maddy Green/Brooke Halliday, Katey Martin (wk), Lea Tahuhu, Hayley Jensen, Jess Kerr, Frances Mackay, Hannah Rowe
Likely XI: Suzie Bates, Sophie Devine (capt), Amelia Kerr, Amy Satterthwaite, Maddy Green/Brooke Halliday, Katey Martin (wk), Lea Tahuhu, Hayley Jensen, Jess Kerr, Frances Mackay, Hannah Rowe