IND-W vs SL-W 5th T20I Match Preview:

India Women will once again square off against Sri Lanka Women on Tuesday for the final T20I at Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram, India. The Indian Women's team has already sealed the series by winning four consecutive matches. They stand at 4-0 after winning the 4th T20I by 30 runs. By extending their dominance, their next goal will be to achieve a whitewash in this series.

On the other hand, the Sri Lankan women also had a decent response in the last game but fell short by 30 runs. Their batting in this match was better than in previous encounters. Now, the visitors will give their all to avoid a clean sweep.

IND-W vs SL-W Recent Performance:

IND-W vs SL-W 5th T20I Match Details:

• Series/Tournament: Sri Lanka Women's Tour of India 
• Match: IND-W vs SL-W 5th T20I
• Date: 30 Dec. 2025
• Match Start Time: 7:00 PM ITHU
• Stadium/Venue: Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram, India, Visakhapatnam, India
• Live Score: cricketwinner.com
• Live Streaming: Star Sports network/Jio Hotstar.

IND-W vs SL-W Head-to-Head Stats:

(Last 10 Matches)

IND-W vs SL-W Pitch & Weather Report:

The weather is expected to remain pleasant in Thiruvananthapuram with moderate dew impact. The temperature is expected to reach around 25.0°C. Based on previous stats, the average score at this venue ranges between 153 and 166 runs. The pitch offers little assistance to pacers.

Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram, India, Visakhapatnam, India Stats: 

Greenfield Stadium is an excellent venue and a batting-friendly pitch. But there is also a little assistance for the bowler; the fast bowler can get the swing with the new ball. Winning the toss and opting to bowl first will be a wise decision on this surface.    

IND-W vs SL-W Probable Playing 11

India Women (IND-W) Probable 11:

Shafali Verma, Smriti Mandhana, Harleen Deol, Harmanpreet Kaur, Richa Ghosh (WK), Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur, Arundhati Reddy, Vaishnavi Sharma, Renuka Thakur, Shree Charani

Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) Probable 11:

Hasini Perera, Chamari Athapaththu, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilhari, Imesha Dulani, Nilakshi de Silva, Kaushani Nuthyangana (WK), Malsha Shehani, Rashmika Sewwandi, Kawya Kavindi, Nimasha Madushani

IND-W vs SL-W- Top Picks from IND-W

IND-W vs SL-W- Top Picks from SL-W

Cricket Winner Player’s Insight:

• Shafali Verma (IND-W) has accumulated three consecutive half-centuries and is currently at the top of India’s run chart.
• Smriti Mandhana (IND-W) is a top-class opener for IND-W. With solid performance throughout the series, the left-hander could be the player to watch out for.
• Chamari Athapaththu (SL-W) is the backbone of the Sri Lankan batting lineup. She has scored 101 runs so far with an average of 25.25.
• Hasini Perera (SL-W) has provided an explosive start in the previous encounter. She has scored 100 runs with an average of 25.00.

IND-W vs SL-W Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:

IND-W vs SL-W Fantasy Team Suggestion:  

IND-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice 

IND-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Probable Winners:

IND-W is expected to win this match. By winning four consecutive matches in this series, they have put immense pressure on the Sri Lankan women's team. Additionally, they have the advantage of playing on their home ground

IND-W vs SL-W 5th T20I FAQ

Who is likely to win the IND-W vs SL-W match today?

India Women (IND-W) is expected to win this match.

Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?    

India Women

Who are the top fantasy picks for the IND-W vs SL-W Dream11 team?

Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Chamari Athapattu, Kavisha Dilhari, Hasini Perera and Deepti Sharma

What is the pitch report for this match?

The surface is balanced, and we can expect an average score range between 153 and 166 runs.

India Women will face Sri Lanka Women in the fifth and final T20I of the series at the Greenfield International Stadium on Tuesday, December 30. The match will start at 7:00 PM IST.

India Women have already sealed the series after taking a commanding 4–0 lead. In the fourth T20I, the home side put up another dominating display, scoring 221/2 while batting first. Although the Sri Lanka Women showed some grit while chasing, they went on to lose by 30 runs. Vaishnavi Sharma impressed with the ball and picked up two crucial wickets. The team has been in top form throughout the series and will now aim for a clean sweep.

Sri Lanka Women, meanwhile, will be disappointed with how the series has gone. They have struggled with both bat and ball and have failed to close out matches whether batting first or chasing. However, captain Chamari Athapaththu’s half-century in the last game was a positive sign. With nothing to lose, Sri Lanka will look to finish the tour with a win.

IND-W vs SL-W: Head-to-Head Record (T20Is)

• Matches Played: 30
  
• India Women Won: 24
  
• Sri Lanka Women Won: 5
  
• Tied / No Result: 1
  

IND-W vs SL-W: Pitch Report

The pitch at Greenfield Stadium has been dry and slow in the first innings, making stroke play difficult early on. However, dew later in the evening helps batters during the chase, allowing the ball to come nicely onto the bat. Teams winning the toss are likely to bowl first.

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IND-W vs SL-W: Predicted Playing XIs

India Women (IND-W):

Shafali Verma, Smriti Mandhana, Harleen Deol, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Richa Ghosh (WK), Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur, Arundhati Reddy, Vaishnavi Sharma, Renuka Singh Thakur, Shree Charani

Sri Lanka Women (SL-W):

Hasini Perera, Chamari Athapaththu (C), Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilshari, Imesha Dulani, Nilakshika Silva, Kaushani Nuthyangana (WK), Malsha Shehani, Rashmika Sewwandi, Kavya Kavindi, Nimasha Madushani

IND-W vs SL-W 4th T20I Match Preview:

India Women will once again square off against Sri Lanka Women on Sunday for the fourth T20I at Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram, India. India Women stand with a 3-0 lead in the five-match series. Formidable India, who chased in all three preceding matches, have not batted more than 15 overs. Their next goal will be to register a fourth victory in this series, extending their dominance.

On the other hand, the Chamari Athapaththu-led team looked completely under pressure and faced a massive drubbing in the third T20I. They have failed even to cross the 130-run mark in this series. The visitors will look to register their first win to salvage their pride in this series.

Recent Performance:

IND-W vs SL-W 4th T20I Match Details:

• Series/Tournament: Sri Lanka Women's Tour of India 
• Match: IND-W vs SL-W 4th T20I
• Date: 28 Dec. 2025
• Match Start Time: 7:00 PM ITHU
• Stadium/Venue: Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram, India, Visakhapatnam, India
• Live Score: cricketwinner.com
• Live Streaming: Star Sports network, Jio Hotstar.

IND-W vs SL-W Head-to-Head Stats:

(Last 10 Matches)

IND-W vs SL-W Pitch & Weather Report:

The weather is expected to remain pleasant in Thiruvananthapuram with moderate dew impact. The temperature is expected to reach around 27.0°C. Based on previous stats, the average score at this venue ranges between 112 and 115 runs. The pitch offers little assistance to pacers.

Greenfield International Stadium Stats: 

Greenfield Stadium offers a batting-friendly pitch. But there is also a little assistance for the bowler; the fast bowler can get the swing with the new ball. Winning the toss and opting to bowl first will be a wise decision on this surface.  

IND-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Playing 11

India Women (IND-W) Probable 11:

Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur, Richa Ghosh (WK), Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur, Kranti Goud, Vaishnavi Sharma, Shree Charani, Renuka Thakur

Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) Probable 11:

Chamari Athapaththu, Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshi de Silva, Imesha Dulani, Kaushani Nuthyangana (WK), Malsha Shehani, Inoka Ranaweera, Malki Madara, Nimasha Madushani

IND-W vs SL-W- Top Picks from IND-W

IND-W vs SL-W- Top Picks from SL-W

Cricket Winner Player’s Insight:

• Shafali Verma (IND-W) once again proved herself with a destructive innings of 79 runs off just 42 deliveries.
• Jemimah Rodrigues (IND-W) has scored 104 runs in this series with an average of 52.00.
• Kavisha Dilhari (SL-W) is lethal with the bat and ball in the last outing. She is a valuable pick for the upcoming match.
• Hasini Perera (SL-W) is the leading run scorer for SL-W in this series. She has scored 67 runs with an average of 22.33.

IND-W vs SL-W Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:

IND-W vs SL-W Fantasy Team Suggestion:

IND-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice 

IND-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Probable Winners:

IND-W is expected to win this match. By winning three consecutive matches in this series, they have put immense pressure on the Sri Lankan women's team. Additionally, they have the advantage of playing on their home ground

IND-W vs SL-W 4th T20I FAQ

Who is likely to win the IND-W vs SL-W match today?

India Women (IND-W) is expected to win this match.

Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?    

India Women

Who are the top fantasy picks for the IND-W vs SL-W Dream11 team?

Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Chamari Athapattu, Kavisha Dilhari, Hasini Perera and Jemimah Rodrigues

What is the pitch report for this match?

The surface is balanced, and we can expect an average score range between 112 and 115 runs.

India Women (IND-W) will once again face Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) in the fourth T20I of the series at the Greenfield International Stadium on Sunday, December 28. India has already sealed the series and will now aim to continue their winning run.

India Women have been clearly the better side throughout the series. Under the leadership of Harmanpreet Kaur, the team has chased targets comfortably in all three matches so far. Their batting has looked serene and confident, while the bowlers have managed to keep Sri Lanka under pressure. India now looks for a fourth successive victory to dominate the series even more.

Sri Lanka Women, led by Chamari Athapaththu, have not been able to find their flow in the series. The team has seen them lack confidence as well as consistencies in both their batting and bowling. Although they have flashes of potential, poor implementation and poor plans have let them down in the series. With two remaining matches, Sri Lanka would look to get back to winning ways to end the series on a positive note.

IND-W vs SL-W Head-to-Head Record (T20Is)

• Total Matches Played: 29
  
• India Women Won: 23
  
• Sri Lanka Women Won: 5
  
• Tied / No Result: 1
  

IND-W vs SL-W: Pitch Report

The pitch at Greenfield Stadium in the last encounter was slow and dried up, making scoring challenging in the first innings. However, once dew settled in, batting became much easier, and the outfield helped the batters find boundaries. Because of this, the team winning the toss is likely to bowl first again.

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IND-W vs SL-W: Predicted Playing XIs

India Women (IND-W):

Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh (WK), Amanjot Kaur, Renuka Singh Thakur, Vaishnavi Sharma, Shree Charani, Kranti Goud

Sri Lanka Women (SL-W):

Chamari Athapaththu (C), Vishmi Gunaratne, Hasini Perera, Harshita Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilshari, Nilakshi Silva, Kaushani Nuthyangana (WK), Kavya Kavindi, Malki Madara, Inoka Ranaweera, Shashini Gimhani

IND-W vs SL-W 3rd T20I Match Preview:

India Women will face off against Sri Lanka Women on Friday for the third T20I at Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram, India. India Women stand with a 2-0 lead in the five-match series after winning the second T20I by 7 wickets. Shafali Verma did well with the bat, scoring 69 runs off just 34 balls.

On the other hand, the Chamari Athapaththu-led team looked completely under pressure and faced a massive drubbing in the second T20I. Their batters need to take more responsibility. At this stage, Sri Lanka faces a must-win scenario to keep the series alive.

IND-W vs SL-W Recent Performance:

IND-W vs SL-W 3rd T20I Match Details:

• Series/Tournament: Sri Lanka Women's Tour of India 
• Match: IND-W vs SL-W 3rd T20I
• Date: 26 Dec. 2025
• Match Start Time: 7:00 PM ITHU
• Stadium/Venue: Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram, India, Visakhapatnam, India
• Live Score: cricketwinner.com
• Live Streaming: Star Sports network/Jio Hotstar.

IND-W vs SL-W Head-to-Head Stats:

(Last 10 Matches)

IND-W vs SL-W Pitch & Weather Report:

The weather is expected to remain pleasant in Thiruvananthapuram with moderate dew impact. The temperature is expected to reach around 27.0°C. Based on previous stats, the average score at this venue ranges between 140 and 150 runs. The pitch offers little assistance to pacers.

Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram, India, Visakhapatnam, India Stats: 

Greenfield Stadium offers a batting-friendly pitch with good carry and bounce. The batsman can play their shots freely. Winning the toss and opting to bat first will be a wise decision on this surface.      

IND-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Playing 11

India Women (IND-W) Probable 11:

Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur, Richa Ghosh (WK), Amanjot Kaur, Sneh Rana, Arundhati Reddy, Vaishnavi Sharma, Kranti Goud, Shree Charani

Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) Probable 11:

Vishmi Rajapaksha Gunaratne, Chamari Athapaththu, Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Nilakshi de Silva, Kavisha Dilhari, Kaushani Nuthyangana (WK), Malki Madara, Inoka Ranaweera, Kawya Kavindi, Shashini Gimhani

IND-W vs SL-W- Top Picks from IND-W

IND-W vs SL-W- Top Picks from SL-W

Cricket Winner Player’s Insight:

Shafali Verma (IND-W) was the top run scorer in the last outing. He is a must-own pick for this match.

Jemimah Rodrigues (IND-W) is the leading run scorer for IND-W. She has scored 95 runs with an average of 95.00.

Chamari Athapathu (SL-W) is capable of winning any match from any stage. She is a valuable pick for the upcoming game.

Harshitha Samarawickrama (SL-W) is the most experienced batswoman in the Sri Lanka Women’s Squad. She smashed 33 runs in 32 deliveries in the previous encounter.

IND-W vs SL-W Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:

IND-W vs SL-W Fantasy Team Suggestion: 

IND-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice 

IND-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Probable Winners:

IND-W is expected to win this match. They have the advantage of playing on their home ground. Additionally, India holds a dominant 8-2 advantage over Sri Lanka in their 10 most recent encounters.

IND-W vs SL-W 3rd T20I FAQ

Who is likely to win the IND-W vs SL-W match today?

India Women (IND-W) is expected to win this match.

Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?    

India Women

Who are the top fantasy picks for the IND-W vs SL-W Dream11 team?

Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Chamari Athapattu, Kavisha Dilhari, Harshitha Samarawickrama and Jemimah Rodrigues

What is the pitch report for this match?

The surface is balanced, and we can expect an average score range between 140 and 150 runs.

India Women (IND-W) will take on Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) in the third T20I of the series on Friday, December 26, at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram. After the first two matches in Vizag, the series now moves to Kerala for the remaining games.

The Indian women have been quite dominant in the series so far. They have won both the matches quite comfortably and are now leading the five-match series by 2-0. The Indian batters, especially Jemimah Rodrigues and Shafali Verma, have done a fabulous job, while their bowlers have kept the Sri Lankan batters on their toes. Harmanpreet Kaur, the Indian captain, would be expecting another good show from her team to wrap up the series quickly.

Sri Lanka Women, on the other hand, have not been able to find any sort of rhythm. They looked somewhat promising in their second match as they made a decent beginning, but the Indian bowlers quickly took control and held them below par in total. With Chamari Athapaththu leading them, they would certainly require a better show in batting to remain in contention in this series.

IND-W vs SL-W: Head-to-Head Record (T20Is)

• Matches Played: 28
• India Women Won: 22
• Sri Lanka Women Won: 5
• No Result / Tied: 1

IND-W vs SL-W: Pitch Report

This will be the first women's T20I at this venue. In men's T20 games played at this ground, the teams chasing have done well generally. The pitch offers true bounce, and batting becomes easier under the lights. The dew factor is expected to come into play as well, which might make the task of the bowlers tough in the second innings. Therefore, the team that wins the toss is likely to opt for bowling first.

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IND-W vs SL-W: Predicting Playing XIs

India Women (IND-W):

Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Richa Ghosh (WK), Sneh Rana, Amanjot Kaur, Vaishnavi Sharma, Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Goud, NR Shree Charani

Sri Lanka Women (SL-W): 

Chamari Athapaththu (C), Vishmi Gunaratne, Hasini Perera, Harshita Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilshari, Nilakshi Silva, Kaushani Nuthyangana (WK), Kavya Kavindi, Malki Madara, Inoka Ranaweera, Shashini Gimhani

IND-W vs SL-W 2nd T20I Match Preview:

Visakhapatnam, Cricket Stadium, India, is once again set to host another interesting T20I between India Women and Sri Lanka Women on Tuesday. India Women stand with a 1-0 lead in the five-match series after winning the first T20I by 8 wickets. Jemimah Rodrigues once again proved herself, scoring 69 runs off just 44 balls.

On the other hand, the Chamari Athapaththu-led team looked completely under pressure and faced a massive drubbing in the opening match. Their batsmen and bowlers did not perform as expected. Sri Lanka desperately needs a win in the second match, which would act as a lifeline for them and keep the series exciting.

IND-W vs SL-W Recent Performance:

IND-W vs SL-W 2nd T20I Match Details:

• Series/Tournament: Sri Lanka Women's Tour of India 

• Match: IND-W vs SL-W 2nd T20I

• Date: 23 Dec. 2025

• Match Start Time: 7:00 PM ITHU

• Stadium/Venue: Dr Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam, India

• Live Score: cricketwinner.com

• Live Streaming: Star Sports network/Jio Hotstar.

IND-W vs SL-W Head-to-Head Stats:

(Last 10 Matches)

IND-W vs SL-W Pitch & Weather Report:

There is a possibility of clouds, and the chances of rain are very low. The temperature is expected to reach around 21.0°C. Based on previous stats, the average score at this venue ranges between 120 and 122 runs. The pitch offers little assistance to pacers.

Dr Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam, India Stats: 

Bowlers get a little more help at the start of the match. The pitch is expected to play slowly in the first half, so winning the toss and opting to bowl first will be a wise decision on this surface.  

IND-W vs SL-W 2nd T20I Playing 11

India Women (IND-W) Probable 11:

Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur, Richa Ghosh (WK), Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur, Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Goud, Vaishnavi Sharma, Shree Charani

Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) Probable 11:

Chamari Athapaththu, Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Vishmi Rajapaksha Gunaratne, Nilakshi de Silva, Kaushani Nuthyangana (WK), Kavisha Dilhari, Malki Madara, Inoka Ranaweera, Kawya Kavindi, Shashini Gimhani

IND-W vs SL-W- Top Picks from IND-W

IND-W vs SL-W- Top Picks from SL-W

Cricket Winner Player’s Insight:

• Jemimah Rodrigues (IND-W) was the top run scorer in the last outing. He is a must-own pick for this match.
• Deepti Sharma (IND-W) could be a game-changer with his bowling skills. She is one player to watch. 
• Chamari Athapathu (SL-W) is capable of winning any match from any stage. She is a valuable pick for the upcoming game.
• Kavisha Dilhari (SL-W) is the most experienced all-rounder in the Sri Lanka Women’s Squad. Unfortunately, she ran out in the last match, but she can make an immediate impact in the upcoming games.

IND-W vs SL-W Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:

IND-W vs SL-W Fantasy Team Suggestion: 

IND-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice 

IND-W vs SL-W Dream11 Prediction Probable Winners:

IND-W is expected to win this match. They have the advantage of playing on their home ground. Additionally, India holds a dominant 8-2 advantage over Sri Lanka in their 10 most recent encounters.

IND-W vs SL-W 2nd T20I FAQ

Who is likely to win the IND-W vs SL-W match today?

India Women (IND-W) is expected to win this match.

Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?    

India Women

Who are the top fantasy picks for the IND-W vs SL-W Dream11 team?

Smriti Mandhana, Deepti Sharma, Chamari Athapattu, Kavisha Dilhari, Vishmi Rajapaksha Gunaratne and Jemimah Rodrigues

What is the pitch report for this match?

The surface is balanced, and we can expect an average score range between 103 and 121 runs.

India Women (IND-W) will take on Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) in the 2nd T20I at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam, on Tuesday, December 23. Since this match is at the same venue as the first T20I, both teams now have a clear idea about the pitch and conditions.

India Women started the series in strong fashion as they won the opening match of the series by eight wickets. Under Harmanpreet Kaur, the team seemed confident with bat and ball. Jemimah Rodrigues played a match-winning knock with an unbeaten half-century as India chased the target quite comfortably. The hosts will look to continue their winning run and take a 2-0 lead in the series.

Sri Lanka Women had a disappointing start to the series. They struggled to score freely and managed only 121 runs in the first match. Despite losing just six wickets, the batting lacked intent. Chamari Athapaththu’s side will need a much better performance if they want to bounce back and stay alive in the series.

IND-W vs SL-W: Head-to-Head Record (T20Is)

• Matches Played: 27
  
• India Women Won: 21
  
• Sri Lanka Women Won: 5
  
• No Result /Tied: 1

IND-W vs SL-W: Pitch Report

The pitch here looked good for chasing in the first T20I. Dew is expected again, which can make bowling harder in the second innings. Spinners may get some help early, but the surface slows down as the game progresses. The team winning the toss is likely to choose to bowl first.

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IND-W vs SL-W: Predicted Playing XIs

India Women (IND-W):

Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Richa Ghosh (WK), Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur, Sneh Rana, Renuka Singh Thakur, Kranti Gaud and Shree Charani.

Sri Lanka Women (SL-W):

Chamari Athapaththu (C), Vishmi Gunaratne, Hasini Perera, Harshita Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilshari, Nilakshi de Silva, Kaushani Nuthyangana (WK), Shashini Gimhani, Malsha Shehani, Malki Madara and Inoka Ranaweera.

The first T20I between India Women (IND-W) and Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) will be played at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam, on Sunday, December 21. This match will mark the start of a five-match T20I series.

India Women will return to action for the first time after winning the Women’s ODI World Cup at home in November. Led by Harmanpreet Kaur, the team is full of confidence. Earlier this year, India toured England and won the T20I series 3–2, showing strong form in the shortest format. They will want to get the series started with a strong victory."

Sri Lanka Women, on the other hand, would be looking to improve on their disappointing performance at the ODI World Cup. They finished fifth, with only one win, while several matches were affected by rain. Much of Sri Lanka’s hopes will depend on Chamari Athapaththu, who has often performed well against India and will lead the team from the front.

IND-W vs SL-W: Head-to-Head Record (T20Is)

• Matches Played: 26
  
• India Women Won: 20
  
• Sri Lanka Women Won: 5
  
• No Result / Tied: 1

IND-W vs SL-W: Pitch Report

The wicket in Visakhapatnam is anticipated to provide an equal battle between the bat and ball. Dew is expected to make a vast contribution, mostly in the second innings. The new-ball bowlers may get some movement initially. Because of the presence of dew, the team that wins the toss may decide to bowl.

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IND-W vs SL-W: Predicted Playing XIs

India Women (IND-W):

Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Richa Ghosh (WK), Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur, Sneh Rana, Renuka Singh Thakur, Kranti Gaud, Shree Charani.

Sri Lanka Women (SL-W):

Chamari Athapaththu (C), Vishmi Gunaratne, Hasini Perera, Harshita Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilshari, Nilakshi de Silva, Kaushani Nuthyangana (WK), Shashini Gimhani, Malsha Shehani, Malki Madara, Inoka Ranaweera.

Sri Lanka Women won their maiden match of the 2025 ICC Women's World Cup with a seven-run victory over Bangladesh Women during Match 21 at the DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai. Full of drama, the match saw captain Chamari Athapaththu take charge from the front with both her bat and ball, steering her team to the narrow victory. The game became a nail-biting finish as Bangladesh, though dominant for the better part of the chase, spectacularly collapsed in the last overs.

Electing to bat first, Sri Lanka lost opener Vishmi Gunaratne on the very first ball to Marufa Akter, putting pressure on their innings early on. Chamari Athapaththu (46 from 43) and Hasini Perera (85), however, rescued the innings with a 72-run partnership, which was pivotal in placing the innings in good stead. Together, they provided a strong platform to Sri Lanka, but once they were dismissed, the middle order was unable to keep the momentum going. The team, which had been cruising at 155-4, were bowled out for 202 off 48.4 overs eventually. Shorna Akter was the star for Bangladesh with 3-27, while Rabeya Khan and Marufa Akter got important wickets.

In reply, Bangladesh's chase began on a poor note as they stumbled to 44-3 in 16 overs. But skipper Nigar Sultana Joty (77 off 98) and Sharmin Akhter (53) stemmed the flow and pulled the innings back with patience and discipline. Their stand placed Bangladesh in a commanding position at 176-3 with only 27 runs from the last 30 balls required for victory. But Sri Lanka's bowlers, led by Chamari Athapaththu, again flip the match dramatically towards the end to record a thrilling victory. Below are the top reasons for the Bangladesh Women defeat:

1. Collapse of Batting in the End

Bangladesh was sailing toward victory before collapsing to five wickets in eight balls. They went from 176-3 to 195-9, unable to cope with increasing pressure. The batters lost focus in the final moments of the inning which allowed Sri Lanka to reinforce their position in the game. The collapse was ultimately the biggest reason Bangladesh lost in a heartbreaking defeat.

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2. Poor Start to the Top Order

Bangladesh's top order struggled to create momentum at the start of the innings, with Rubya Haider going for a duck and Sobhana Mostary just adding eight runs. After 24 runs during the Powerplay, Bangladesh were quickly put on the back foot. With a lack of early partnerships, there was a lot of work for the middle order to do.

3. Nigar Sultana's Injury Issues

Captain Nigar Sultana Joty's hamstring pull was a huge setback for Bangladesh. While she could manage only a gritty knock of 77, her restricted movement spoiled her run and shot choice towards the last overs. Her wicket was at a timing when Sri Lanka could capitalize on it, and once she was dismissed, Bangladesh's chase lost direction, handing Sri Lanka a deserving win.