Pakistan Women vs. Sri Lanka Women – ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Preview
When and Where
- Date: Friday, 24 October 2025
- Time: 3:00 PM IST
- Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, Sri Lanka
- Match Number: 25 of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025
Why It Matters
- Pakistan has already bowed out of the tournament, so the game is a dead‑rubber for them.
- Sri Lanka Women still need at least two points to stay in contention for a semifinal spot.
Their survival in the knock‑out stage hinges on results elsewhere, but a win against Pakistan will give them a valuable boost and improve their net run rate.
Current Form
- Pakistan Women: 5 matches – 0 wins, 1 no‑result, 4 losses. Consistent batting struggles; only Sidra Amin has reached a half‑century and her top score is 80 runs across five innings.
- Sri Lanka Women: 5 matches – 1 win, 1 no‑result, 3 losses. Leading scorer Hasini Perera delivered a solid performance against Bangladesh, driving their recent win.
Key Players
- Pakistan: Capt Fatima Sana (bowling – 10 wickets, econ 5.07) and all‑rounder Salma Nur‑i‑Rehman (bat positivity).
- Sri Lanka: Captain Chamari Athapaththu (bandleaders in attack and defence), swing bowler Inoka Ranaweera, and opening batter Hasini Perera.
Pitch & Weather
- The Colombo wicket is slow and dry, favouring spinners. A light chance of rain could make batting tough in the opening overs.
- Forecast for Friday: scattered thunderstorms with a 70 % chance of precipitation. Temperatures reach 28 °C, humidity is 83 %, and winds are moderate at 24 km/h.
What Fans Should Expect
- With the surface leaning toward spin, early bowls will be crucial.
- Pakistan’s bowlers will aim to take quick wickets before the pitch softens, while Sri Lanka will look to capitalize on their strong batting line‑up to set a defendable target.
- The match will be broadcast live on Star Sports Networks and streamed via Jio Hotstar or FanCode.
Predictions
- Sri Lanka’s superior batting depth and experience give them the edge.
- Pakistan’s bowlers have the skill set, but past performance against the likes of South Africa shows they need tighter bowling.
- A victory for Sri Lanka will bring them closer to the semifinals; a win for Pakistan will finish the World Cup on a high note after a tough campaign.
Final Thought
This fixture offers Sri Lanka a last‑minute chance to keep their tournament hopes alive while giving Pakistan a final, upbeat exit. Fans can watch the match live and catch the action in real time.
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Source: ianslive
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