In a dominant display, the Indian Women's cricket team kicked off the 2025 Women's Tri-Nation ODI Series with a comprehensive 9-wicket victory over Sri Lanka Women at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Despite a rain delay, which shortened the match to 39 overs per side, India’s performance stood out from the get-go.
A Struggled Innings for Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Women, who won the toss and chose to bat first, faced early setbacks as India’s bowlers quickly made inroads. The Sri Lankan batting lineup faltered throughout, and they were bowled out for just 147 runs in 38.1 overs. The highest contribution came from Hasini Perera, who managed 30 runs, but it was India's disciplined bowling attack that really kept the pressure on. Sneh Rana was the star with the ball, picking up 3 wickets and leading the charge, while Deepti Sharma and Shree Charani each grabbed two wickets.
India Women’s Solid Chase
In response, India Women made light work of the chase. They reached the target of 148 runs with ease, finishing at 149/1 in just 29.4 overs. The chase was anchored by Pratika Rawal, who remained unbeaten on 65. She was well supported by Harleen Deol, who also stayed not out at 48. Together, the pair shared an unbroken 99-run partnership, taking India home comfortably.
Key Performers
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Sneh Rana (India): Her brilliant 3-wicket performance was key in dismantling Sri Lanka’s batting lineup.
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Pratika Rawal (India): With her composed knock of 65*, Rawal anchored the chase and led India to victory.
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Harleen Deol (India): Deol’s solid support at the other end ensured the target was achieved without any further loss.
A Promising Start for India
The match wasn’t without its challenges. A rain delay pushed back the start, but India handled the disruption with calm, and the performance showed their readiness for the series. This win sets a positive tone for the rest of the Tri-Nation Series, and India will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming matches.
The victory also gives India a strong confidence boost as they prepare for the upcoming Women's ODI World Cup. With a mix of experienced players and new faces, India will look to fine-tune their strategies and combinations ahead of the big tournament.
The Indian Women's team looks sharp and ready for the challenges ahead. Let’s see how they carry this form forward in the next games of the series!
