Colombo Set for a Battle! These Friday night lights at the R Premadasa Stadium are going to reveal one thing – which team to lead? The match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka Women in the ICC Womens World Cup 2025 ODI is all set on the 24th of this month, October.
Sri Lanka enters with home as an advantage. On the other hand, the Pakistan team, which is looking for a victory, will try to win it in this match. Spinmatch details on what can happen and who can be a tough fight in this upcoming match.
Sri Lanka’s Quiet Confidence Ahead of a Home
After a series of 6 matches, Sri Lanka Women have managed to get only 4 points and thus find themselves in the middle of the table.
Captain Chamari Athapaththu charged into the battle who setting the tone. Going with her, the likes of Harshitha Samarawickrama and Nilakshika Silva have stabilised a line-up. This is in the process of learning how to turn the beginnings of innings into big scores.
Spinmatch Players to watch:
- Harshitha Samarawickrama – 308 runs at an average.
- Nilakshika Silva – 307 runs at a very quick 107 strike rate; a good finisher and a quick scorer.
In the bowling department, it has been silent yet effective. Inoka Ranaweera and Dewmi Vihanga are doing the heavy lifting. They are both on 11 wickets taken in the recent matches, and their steadiness in the middle overs may determine the ODI.
Usually, Sri Lankan bowlers can get into their rhythm at home, and especially under lights. Once you add the fans’ excitement to that, they can be even more confident.
Pakistan’s Roadblock: Turning Promise into Points
Pakistan’s play has been full of troubles; they had two washouts, lost four times and missed a handful of chances. Nevertheless, they have proved in certain areas that they can turn the match at any point in time.
The main power source of Pakistan’s batting has been Sidra Amin. With 464 runs at an average of over 66, she stands as the support system for the team. Muneeba Ali, with 248 runs, has provided some support with her steadiness. But Pakistan’s middle order fails to perform well under pressure.
Spinmatch Bowling duo to watch:
- Nashra Sandhu: 14 wickets at 4.46 Eco.
- Sadia Iqbal: 12 wickets at 4.38 Eco.
Form Check: The Story in Numbers
- Sri Lanka Women – L, NR, L, W (4 points)
- Pakistan Women – L, L, NR, NR, L (2 points)
It’s a fact that Sri Lanka has an advantage. However, the ICC Womens World Cup 2025 mostly bring dramatic moments, and Pakistan has that fighting spirit all the time.
Head-to-Head History: Pakistan’s Past Dominance
The last five encounters are quite different. Pakistan have surprisingly been on top in this rivalry. Four victories in five encounters. This shows they have a slight advantage by looking at the history.
Nevertheless, that record also brings along some extra load of expectation. Sri Lanka, being the home team, knows that this is the opportunity to win.
Spinmatch View on Last 5 Results:
- SL Women won by 93 runs (2022)
- PAK Women won by 73 runs (2022)
- PAK Women won by 8 wickets (2022)
- PAK Women won by 108 runs (2018)
- PAK Women won by 94 runs (2018)
Such a run always leaves some issues unresolved, and Sri Lanka would be very happy to solve it in their own place. Each ODI has its moments. These are the ones to watch in the Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Womens ODI.
Sidra Amin vs Inoka Ranaweera
An encounter between patience and accuracy. Sidra’s serene playing style against Ranaweera’s spinning delivery might determine the opening overs.
Harshitha Samarawickrama vs Nashra Sandhu
Two players who are the most dependable ones for their respective teams. The one who comes out victorious in this fight will probably have the power to decide the middle-over.
Muneeba Ali vs Dewmi Vihanga
Muneeba’s skill of holding the innings will be challenged by Dewmi’s smart pace and perfect line.
Momentum Favours the Bold
As per Spinmatch Cricket News, the spinners from Sri Lanka have seemed more effective; however, Pakistan’s bowlers can get breakthroughs at the most impactful figures.
Insights:
- The final total of the match could be around 230, which would decide which team wins.
- Both teams might play their first 10 overs to set the tone of the game.
- The wicket might turn heavily during overs 20–40 with the help of spinners.
Essentially, the one team that will be able to keep its nerve will be the one going home with victory.
When night covers Colombo, you can surely look for unexpected twists. The Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Women’s ODI may be a non-final match. But it surely has the power to show who can lead to victory way. Also, for the supporters, it is just another opportunity to see cricket at its finest, with Spinmatch.
FAQs
- Is India Women’s a part of the ongoing World Cup ODI?
As per spinmatch cricket news, India is a part of the ongoing Women’s World Cup ODI 2025.
2. Will this be the final match?
No, currently there are 3 more matches left to decide the semi-final teams and followed by that will be the final on 2nd November.
3. At what time will the PAK vs SL match happen?
The 25th match of the ODI series will start at 3:00 pm local time.
