2nd T20I: Sri Lanka Women vs Pakistan Women – Squads, Players to Watch, Live Streaming, Pitch Report

The three-match T20I series between Sri Lanka Women and Pakistan Women moves to Dambulla with the hosts holding a 1-0 advantage after a commanding performance in the opening encounter. Sri Lanka produced a disciplined all-round display to outplay Pakistan by six wickets, chasing down the target with six balls to spare and taking an early lead in the series. Pakistan now find themselves in a must-win situation as they look to force the contest into a decider, while Sri Lanka will be eager to seal the series on home soil with another clinical outing. With both teams possessing experienced campaigners and quality spin attacks, another closely fought contest is expected at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on August 2, 2026.

Squads:

Sri Lanka Women’s Cricket Team

Chamari Athapaththu (C), Kavisha Dilhari, Imesha Dulani, Vishmi Gunaratne, Kaushini Nuthyangana, Kawya Kavindi, Sanjana Kavindi, Sugandika Kumari, Malki Madara, Nimasha Meegapage, Hasini Perera, Chamudi Praboda, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Rashmika Sewwandi, Nilakshika Silva

Pakistan Women’s Cricket Team

Muneeba Ali (C), Ayesha Zafar, Eyman Fatima, Humna Bilal, Maham Anees, Momina Riasat, Najiba Alvi, Nashra Sandhu, Saira Jabeen, Shawal Zulfiqar, Tasmia Rubab, Tuba Hassan, Umm-e-Hani, Waheeda Akhtar

Players to watch out for:

Chamari Athapaththu

The Sri Lankan skipper has once again underlined her importance at the top of the order. Across her last 10 T20Is, Athapaththu has amassed 358 runs at an average of 39.78 and an impressive strike rate of 144.93, including the highest score of 93. Her ability to dominate the powerplay makes her the biggest threat to Pakistan’s bowling attack.

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Muneeba Ali

Pakistan captain Muneeba Ali remains the backbone of her side’s batting lineup. In her last 10 T20Is, she has accumulated 245 runs at an average of 24.5, striking at 126.94, with the highest score of 45. Pakistan will expect another influential knock from their experienced wicketkeeper-batter.

Kavisha Dilhari

Dilhari has been exceptional with the ball, picking up 10 wickets in her last 10 T20Is. She has maintained an outstanding economy rate of 6.64, with best figures of 4/10, while averaging 21.6 and striking every 21.6 balls, making her Sri Lanka’s key bowling weapon.

Nashra Sandhu

Pakistan’s left-arm spinner continues to be one of the most reliable bowlers in the squad. In her previous nine T20Is, Nashra has claimed 11 wickets at an average of 6.26, conceding just 6.68 runs per over. Her accuracy through the middle overs could prove decisive on the Dambulla surface.

Pitch:

The Dambulla surface traditionally offers assistance to batters during the early stages before slowing down as the match progresses. Spinners are expected to play a significant role during the middle overs, while chasing has generally been the preferred option under lights.

Weather:

Warm and humid conditions are expected throughout the evening, with temperatures hovering around 30°C. Rain is unlikely, ensuring a full 40-over contest.

Fantasy Playing XI:

Chamari Athapaththu, Vishmi Gunaratne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Muneeba Ali, Ayesha Zafar, Hasini Perera, Kavisha Dilhari, Sugandika Kumari, Nashra Sandhu, Ayesha Zafar, Tuba Hassan