IND W vs. SL W: India Women, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, started their tri-series campaign with a dominant performance against Sri Lanka Women at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Opting to bowl first in a rain-curtailed match reduced to 39 overs per side, India’s bowlers delivered a clinical display, bundling out Sri Lanka for a modest total of 147. Check out the IND W vs. SL W top performers below.
Sneh Rana scalped 3 wickets
Sneh Rana was the star with the ball, claiming three crucial wickets and applying relentless pressure on the Sri Lankan batters. She was ably supported by Deepti Sharma, who picked up two wickets, and debutant Shree Charani, who impressed with her economical spell and two wickets as well.
The disciplined bowling effort ensured that Sri Lanka never found their rhythm, with only Hasini Perera (30) and Kavisha Dilhari (25) managing notable contributions.
India’s chase was spearheaded by Smriti Mandhana and Harleen Deol, who showcased their class and composure. Mandhana played a fluent knock, while Deol provided steady support, ensuring India reached the target comfortably with plenty of overs to spare.
| Key Performers | Batting | Bowling |
|---|---|---|
| India | Pratika Rawal (50 runs), Harleen Deol (48) | Sneh Rana (3 wickets), Deepti Sharma (2 wickets), Shree Charani (2 wickets) |
| Sri Lanka | Hasini Perera (30 runs), Kavisha Dilhari (25 runs) | Inoka Ranaweera (1 wicket) |
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