The ICC Women’s Under-19 T20 World Cup 2025 continues to showcase thrilling encounters as unbeaten teams India and Sri Lanka lock horns in match 24. Both teams have dominated their previous fixtures, securing emphatic wins against Malaysia and West Indies, and are now set to battle for supremacy in Group B.
The highly anticipated clash will take place on January 23, at the Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur, with the action beginning at 12:00 PM Indian Standard Time (IST).

Squads:
India Women’s U19 Cricket Team:
Niki Prasad, Sanika Chalke, Gongadi Trisha, Kamalini G, Bhavika Ahire, Ishwari Awasare, Mithila Vinod, Joshitha VJ, Sonam Yadav, Parunika Sisodiya, Kesari Drithi, Aayushi Shukla, Anandita Kishor, MD Shabnam, Vaishnavi S
Sri Lanka Women’s U19 Cricket Team:
Manudi Nanayakkara, Rashmika Sewwandi, Vimoksha Balasooriya, Hiruni Hansika, Sumudu Nisansala, Dahami Sanethma, Rashmi Nethranjali, Sashini Gimhani, Asheni Thalagune, Pramudi Methsara, Chamodi Praboda, Sanjana Kavindi, Danuli Thennakoon, Limansa Thilakaratne, Shehara Induwari
Players to watch out:
Vaishnavi Sharma
She has been a revelation for India in this tournament, making her mark as a standout bowler. In the warm-up matches, she impressed with figures of 1/13 against South Africa and 2/4 against Scotland. She carried this momentum into the group stage, where she delivered a phenomenal performance against Malaysia, taking 5/5, including a hattrick—the first five-wicket haul of the tournament.
Gongadi Trisha
She is an aggressive Indian batter, who has been in sublime form throughout the competition. She showcased her skills in the warm-ups, scoring 32 off 20 balls against South Africa and 26 off 18 balls against Scotland. In the group stage, she continued her explosive batting with a quickfire 27* off just 12 balls against Malaysia, establishing herself as a key player in India’s lineup.
Dahami Sanethma
She found her rhythm after a challenging start in the warm-ups. She bounced back strongly in the group stage, scoring a commanding 55 off 52 balls against Malaysia and an unbeaten 31 off 25 balls against the West Indies, proving her mettle as a dependable batter.
Chamodi Praboda
She has been Sri Lanka’s standout bowler, consistently delivering impactful performances. In the warm-ups, she picked up 3/6 against Samoa and continued her exceptional form in the group stage with figures of 3/5 against Malaysia and 3/16 against the West Indies. Her ability to trouble batters makes her a crucial player to watch in this match.
Pitch:
The Bayuemas Oval offers a balanced surface that slightly favors bowlers. The average score at the venue is in the 120s, indicating a challenging pitch for batters. Spinners and pacers will likely thrive, making this a contest where bowlers can dominate.
Weather:
Expect partly cloudy skies in Kuala Lumpur, with temperatures hovering around 30°C and humidity at 66%. Light winds will provide some respite, and the chances of rain are minimal, ensuring a full game.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Hiruni Hansika, Chamodi Praboda, Sanjana Kavindi, Limansa Thilakaratne, Kamalini G, Gongadi Trisha, Niki Prasad, Joshitha VJ, MD Shabnam, Parunika Sisodia, Sonam Yadav
Match Details:
Date: January 23, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM IST
Venue: Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur
Broadcast: In India, the game will be live streamed on Hotstar.

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