The fourth match of the Women’s ODI Tri-Series promises a high-voltage showdown as hosts Sri Lanka take on an in-form India at Colombo’s iconic R. Premadasa Stadium. Both teams are coming off victories, but Sri Lanka are eager to take revenge for their heavy nine-wicket defeat to India in the tournament opener. With the top spot on the points table up for grabs, this clash is set to be a thrilling encounter.
Squads:
Sri Lanka women’s cricket team
Chamari Athapaththu (C), Harshitha Samarawickrama, Vishmi Gunaratne, Nilakshika Silva, Kavisha Dilhari, Anushka Sanjeewani (WK), Manudi Nanayakkara, Hasini Perera, Achini Kulasuriya, Piumi Badalge, Dewmi Vihanga, Hansima Karunaratne, Malki Madara, Inoshi Priyadarshini, Sugandika Kumari, Rashmika Sewwandi, Inoka Ranaweera
India women’s cricket team
Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Smriti Mandhana, Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues, Richa Ghosh (WK), Yastika Bhatia, Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur, Kashvee Gautam, Sneh Rana, Arundhati Reddy, Tejal Hasabnis, N. Shree Charani, Shuchi Upadhyay
Players to watch out:
Malki Madara
A promising debutant, Madara impressed with figures of 4/50 against South Africa, which included the prized scalp of Laura Wolvaardt. Having made her ODI debut against India earlier in the series, she’ll look to make further impact.
Harshitha Samarawickrama
Named Player of the Match in Sri Lanka’s win over South Africa for her fluent 77, Harshitha continues to shine. With 963 runs in 38 ODIs and the highest score of 105, her experience will be key at the top.
Sneh Rana
Enjoying a dream return, the seasoned all-rounder followed up her 3/31 against Sri Lanka with a sensational 5/43 against South Africa — her maiden ODI fifer. With 37 wickets and 205 runs in 29 ODIs, Rana has become a vital cog in India’s bowling arsenal.
Pratika Rawal
The 24-year-old has made an emphatic statement at the top of the order. Unbeaten on 50 in the opening match and backing it with a commanding 78 against South Africa, she now averages 81.71 from 8 ODIs, including the highest of 154.
Pitch:
The surface at R. Premadasa Stadium has a reputation for producing high-scoring games. With an average first-innings score of 224, batters typically enjoy their time in the middle. However, spinners tend to find considerable grip and assistance as the match progresses.
Weather:
Rain could disrupt proceedings, with a 70% chance of precipitation and a thunderstorm forecast during the match hours. Temperatures are expected to hover around 31°C, with humidity levels peaking at 74%.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Richa Ghosh, Smriti Mandhana, Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Chamari Athapaththu, Deepti Sharma, Kavisha Dilhari, Sneh Rana, Inoka Ranaweera, Arundhati Reddy, N. Shree Charani
Match details:
Date – May 4, 2025
Time – 10:00 AM IST
Venue – R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
Broadcast – Live coverage available in India via FanCode. Global viewers can stream the match on the Sri Lanka Cricket YouTube channel.
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