Sri Lanka Women will take on South Africa Women in the 18th match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The hosts will look to revive their campaign after a lose run while South Africa aim to strengthen their semifinal chances with another clinical performance. The contest promises to be a test of adaptability as both teams have contrasting styles and approaches.
Chamari Athapaththu continues to be Sri Lanka’s main pillar leading both with bat and tactical intent. Her ability to dominate in the powerplay alongside Vishmi Gunaratne will be vital against the South African attack. Harshitha Samarawickrama and Kavisha Dilhari have shown glimpses of composure but the middle order must provide greater stability. The hosts will rely heavily on spinners Inoka Ranaweera and Sugandika Kumari who thrive on the slow Colombo surface while seamer Udeshika Prabodhani could play a key role with the new ball. Sri Lanka’s challenge will be to handle South Africa’s pace and maintain intensity through all phases.
South Africa, on the other hand, look well balanced with Laura Wolvaardt leading from the front. Tazmin Brits and Anneke Bosch have provided solid starts while Marizanne Kapp remains the game-changer with both bat and ball. The experienced trio of Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, and Sune Luus adds depth to an already versatile side. Ayabonga Khaka and Nonkululeko Mlaba have been consistent in the bowling department ensuring breakthroughs at key intervals. With the stakes rising, South Africa’s power play efficiency and their experience under pressure could define the outcome of this fixture.
SL-W vs SA-W, Women’s World Cup 2025: Match Details
- Date and Time: October 17; 03:00 pm IST/ 09:30 am GMT
- Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
SL-W vs SA-W, Head-to-Head Record:
Matches Played: 25 | Sri Lanka won: 06 | South Africa won: 16 | No results: 3
R. Premadasa Stadium Pitch Report:
The R. Premadasa surface traditionally favours spinners as the game progresses with batters finding it easier early on when the ball comes onto the bat. Teams usually prefer batting first to exploit the initial conditions before turn and grip increase under lights. A par score around 240–250 could be competitive given the venue’s recent trend in women’s ODIs. With humid weather conditions expected, dew might slightly assist batting in the second innings but spin will remain a major factor throughout.
Squads:
South Africa Women: Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Anneke Bosch, Annerie Dercksen, Marizanne Kapp, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Masabata Klaas, Tumi Sekhukhune, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Karabo Meso, Nondumiso Shangase, Ayabonga Khaka, Sune Luus
Sri Lanka Women: Vishmi Gunaratne, Chamari Athapaththu (c), Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshi de Silva, Piumi Wathsala Badalge, Anushka Sanjeewani (wk), Sugandika Kumari, Malki Madara, Inoka Ranaweera, Achini Kulasuriya, Imesha Dulani, Dewmi Vihanga, Udeshika Prabodhani
SL-W vs SA-W, Women’s World Cup 2025: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- South Africa Women wins the toss and bowls first
- Sri Lanka Women’s powerplay score: 40-50
- Sri Lanka Women’s total score: 210-220
Case 2:
- Sri Lanka Women wins the toss and bowls first
- South Africa Women’s powerplay score: 60-70
- South Africa Women’s total score: 300-310
Match result: Team bowling second will win the game.
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
