Sri Lanka Women clinched a thrilling victory over India Women in the 4th match of the Women’s ODI Tri-Series 2025, held at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, on May 4. Chasing a formidable target of 276, the hosts secured a three-wicket win with five balls to spare, marking a significant achievement in the series.
India Women’s Solid Batting Performance
Opting to bat first, India Women posted a competitive total of 275/9 in their allotted 50 overs. The innings was anchored by Richa Ghosh, who scored a brisk 58 off 48 balls, including five fours and three sixes. Contributions from Jemimah Rodrigues (37), Harmanpreet Kaur (30), and Pratika Rawal (35) provided stability to the innings. Despite the strong batting display, Sri Lanka’s bowlers, particularly Chamari Athapaththu and Sugandika Kumari, who both claimed three wickets each, managed to restrict the scoring in the final overs.
Sri Lanka Women’s Remarkable Chase
In response, Sri Lanka Women demonstrated resilience and determination. Harshitha Samarawickrama led the charge with a composed 53, while Kavisha Dilhari’s unbeaten 69 proved pivotal in the chase. The duo’s partnership stabilized the innings after early setbacks. Anushka Sanjeewani’s crucial boundaries in the final overs ensured Sri Lanka reached the target, finishing at 278/7 in 49.1 overs.
Implications for the Tri-Series
This victory propels Sri Lanka Women into contention for the Tri-Series final, showcasing their ability to chase down challenging totals. For India Women, the loss serves as a reminder of the competitive nature of the series and the importance of maintaining momentum. Both teams will look to refine their strategies as the tournament progresses.
Key Takeaways
- Match Result: Sri Lanka Women won by 3 wickets.
- India Women’s Total: 275/9 in 50 overs.
- Sri Lanka Women’s Chase: 278/7 in 49.1 overs.
- Top Performers:
- India: Richa Ghosh (58), Jemimah Rodrigues (37), Chamari Athapaththu (3 wickets).
- Sri Lanka: Kavisha Dilhari (69*), Harshitha Samarawickrama (53), Sugandika Kumari (3 wickets).
The match between India Women and Sri Lanka Women highlighted the competitive spirit and skill present in women’s cricket, setting the stage for an exciting conclusion to the Tri-Series.
