The Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram erupted in joy on December 30, 2025, as India Women clinched a thrilling 15-run victory in the fifth T20I against Sri Lanka, capping off a flawless 5-0 series whitewash. This dominant home campaign not only ended 2025 on a positive note but also built unshakable momentum for the 2026 T20 World Cup.
BCCI Women shared a heartfelt video of head coach Amol Muzumdar’s post-match address, where he wished everyone a “Happy New Year” and urged the team to get into 2026 the same way they got into 2025. He said “Well done once again, superb. Sure, 5-0 is a statement.” He appreciated Amanjot Kaur for her fielding that sealed her as the “best fielder of the series, without a doubt.”
Amanjot Kaur’s brilliance in the outfield was the series’ standout story. The 25-year-old all-rounder from Punjab showed resilience and activeness. Amanjot proved a livewire in the field throughout India’s dominant T20I series sweep against Sri Lanka, her sharp throws and instincts turning games with crucial interventions.
In the opener, she effected a run out of Nilakshi Silva, stemming the visitors’ momentum early. The second T20 saw her replicate the magic, running out Hashitha Samarawickrama, while she pouched two catches in the same match and another catch in third T20I as well. In the fourth to cap a stellar campaign alongside a runout there too. Amanjot’s evolution mirrors the grit of legends blending raw athleticism with tactical smarts.
From opener to decider, every batter fired, every bowler struck, and every fielder soared run by run, wicket by wicket, catch by catch. This wasn’t one hero’s tale; it was a symphony of team effort that powered India to a flawless 5-0 series triumph. 2025 will forever shine as a year of milestones, and 2026 promises even greater glory and brilliance for the Women in Blue.
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