The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 is going to be very exciting, and the Sri Lanka women’s cricket team is ready to give their best. Led by Chamari Athapaththu, the team has a good mix of experienced players and young talents. Sri Lanka will also have the advantage of playing some matches at home in Colombo, which makes the journey even more special for fans.
Women’s World Cup 2025 Tournament at a glance
- Dates: 30 September – 2 November 2025
- Format: Women’s ODI; Round-robin (each team plays 7 matches) → Knockouts (2 semi-finals & final)
- Hosts: India (primary) & Sri Lanka (selected matches)
- Teams: 8 | Total matches: 31
Sri Lanka Women Full Squad & Roles
Captain: Chamari Athapaththu
Wicketkeeper: Anushka Sanjeewani
Sri Lanka Women’s World Cup 2025 Squad
| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| Captain | Chamari Athapaththu (Batting All-rounder) |
| Batters | Harshitha Samarawickrama, Imesha Dulani |
| All-rounders | Nilakshi de Silva, Vishmi Gunaratne, Hasini Perera, Kavisha Dilhari, Piumi Wathsala Badalge, Inoka Ranaweera (Bowling All-rounder), Dewmi Vihanga (Bowling All-rounder) |
| Wicketkeeper | Anushka Sanjeewani |
| Bowlers | Sugandika Kumari, Udeshika Prabodhani, Malki Madara, Achini Kulasuriya |
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Sri Lanka Women — Match Schedule (Round-Robin)
| No. | Date (2025) | Match | Venue | Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sep 30 (Tue) | India vs Sri Lanka | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati | 3:00 PM |
| 2 | Oct 04 (Sat) | Sri Lanka vs Australia | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 3:00 PM |
| 3 | Oct 11 (Sat) | England vs Sri Lanka | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 3:00 PM |
| 4 | Oct 14 (Tue) | Sri Lanka vs New Zealand | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 3:00 PM |
| 5 | Oct 17 (Fri) | Sri Lanka vs South Africa | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 3:00 PM |
| 6 | Oct 20 (Mon) | Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh | Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai | 3:00 PM |
| 7 | Oct 24 (Fri) | Sri Lanka vs Pakistan | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 3:00 PM |
Note: The top four teams from the league stage qualify for the semi-finals on Oct 29 & Oct 30, with the final on Nov 2.
Venues for Sri Lanka’s Matches
India:
- Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati
- Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
Sri Lanka:
- R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
How the format benefits Sri Lanka
- Consistency matters: With a full round-robin, one big win can be balanced by steady results across seven games.
- Home comfort in Colombo: Multiple fixtures at RPS, Colombo give Sri Lanka familiar conditions for spin and disciplined seam.
- Key leadership: Chamari Athapaththu’s aggressive starts and tactical calls are central, while Anushka Sanjeewani anchors with the gloves.
- Spin core: Options like Inoka Ranaweera, Sugandika Kumari, and all-round spin from Dilhari/Piumi Wathsala can control the middle overs.
Players to watch (quick takes)
- Chamari Athapaththu: Powerplay momentum setter; match-ups vs pace crucial.
- Harshitha Samarawickrama: Top-order stability; rotates strike well.
- Nilakshi de Silva / Kavisha Dilhari: Middle-order glue with utility overs.
- Udeshika Prabodhani: New-ball swing and end-overs control.
- Inoka Ranaweera: Left-arm craft; wicket-to-wicket pressure.
Broadcast & Streaming (India region)
- TV: Star Sports Network
- Digital: JioCinema/Hotstar app & website (as per shared info)
Sri Lanka Women are entering the World Cup with a strong squad and high hopes. With powerful batters, skilled bowlers, and all-rounders in the team, they have a real chance to surprise top sides. Fans will be waiting to see if the team can reach the semi-finals and create unforgettable moments in this big tournament.
FAQ
Q. How many league matches will Sri Lanka play?
A. Seven, one against each opponent.
Q. Where are Sri Lanka’s home-like fixtures?
A. Colombo (R. Premadasa Stadium)—four games.
Q. When is Sri Lanka’s first match?
A. September 30 vs India in Guwahati.
