Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) will face New Zealand Women (NZ-W) in the 15th match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, on October 14, 2025, at 3:00 PM IST.
Both teams enter this encounter with contrasting forms — New Zealand Women riding high after a dominant 100-run win against Bangladesh, while Sri Lanka Women are still searching for their first victory in the tournament.
Let’s look at the complete head-to-head record, recent form, and key player statistics between the two sides.
SL-W vs NZ-W ODI Head-to-Head Record
| Match Type | Total Matches | Sri Lanka Women Wins | New Zealand Women Wins | Tied | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODIs | 17 | 2 | 13 | 0 | 2 |
New Zealand Women have been dominant in this rivalry, winning 13 of the 17 ODIs, while Sri Lanka Women have managed just 2 wins since their first meeting in 1997.
SL-W vs NZ-W OID Matches Results (1997–2025)
| Team | Span | Matches | Won | Lost | NR | W/L Ratio | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand Women | 1997–2025 | 17 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 6.50 | 81.25% |
| Sri Lanka Women | 1997–2025 | 17 | 2 | 13 | 2 | 0.15 | 12.50% |
New Zealand Women have a strong win percentage of 81.25%, showcasing their historical dominance in this fixture.
Like to know? Fastest Female Bowlers in the World
Recent ODI Encounters
| Year | Venue | Winner | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Colombo | No Result | – |
| 2025 | Nelson | NZ-W | 98 runs |
| 2025 | Nelson | NZ-W | 78 runs |
| 2025 | Napier | No Result | – |
| 2023 | Galle | SL-W | 8 wickets |
| 2023 | Galle | NZ-W | 116 runs |
| 2023 | Galle | SL-W | 9 wickets |
In recent years, Sri Lanka Women have improved their performances, clinching two wins at home in 2023. However, the Kiwis bounced back in 2025 with two commanding victories in New Zealand.
Highest Team Totals
| Team | Score | Ground | Year | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZ-W | 329/7 | Galle | 2023 | Won |
| NZ-W | 326/5 | Lincoln | 2015 | Won |
| NZ-W | 280/6 | Nelson | 2025 | Won |
| SL-W | 253/9 | Galle | 2023 | Lost |
New Zealand’s batting lineup has frequently dominated, consistently posting scores above 300. Their 329/7 in Galle (2023) remains the highest between these two teams.
Lowest Team Totals
| Team | Score | Ground | Year | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL-W | 58 | Pretoria | 2005 | Lost |
| SL-W | 71 | Chandigarh | 1997 | Lost |
| SL-W | 99 | Christchurch | 2015 | Lost |
Sri Lanka’s batting struggles have been evident against New Zealand’s pace attack over the years.
Top Run-Scorers (All-Time in ODIs)
| Player | Team | Matches | Runs | Highest Score | Average | 100s | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzie Bates | NZ-W | 13 | 551 | 106* | 78.71 | 1 | 5 |
| Chamari Athapaththu | SL-W | 13 | 481 | 140* | 43.72 | 2 | 3 |
| Rachel Priest | NZ-W | 7 | 318 | 157 | 106.00 | 2 | 1 |
| Sophie Devine | NZ-W | 10 | 301 | 137 | 60.20 | 1 | – |
| Amy Satterthwaite | NZ-W | 7 | 200 | 78* | 66.66 | – | 2 |
Suzie Bates leads the charts for New Zealand, while Chamari Athapaththu stands tall for Sri Lanka with two centuries in head-to-head matches.
Highest Individual Scores
| Player | Runs | Balls | SR | Venue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rachel Priest (NZ-W) | 157 | 146 | 107.53 | Lincoln | 2015 |
| Chamari Athapaththu (SL-W) | 140* | 80 | 175.00 | Galle | 2023 |
| Sophie Devine (NZ-W) | 137 | 121 | 113.22 | Galle | 2023 |
| Georgia Plimmer (NZ-W) | 112 | 120 | 93.33 | Nelson | 2025 |
Leading Wicket-Takers
| Player | Team | Matches | Wickets | Best Figures | Avg | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lea Tahuhu | NZ-W | 8 | 13 | 4/27 | 18.76 | 3.82 |
| Erin Bermingham | NZ-W | 6 | 10 | 4/16 | 12.80 | 3.49 |
| Sophie Devine | NZ-W | 10 | 10 | 2/17 | 22.20 | 3.58 |
| Inoka Ranaweera | SL-W | 9 | 9 | 4/53 | 35.88 | 6.27 |
Highest Partnerships
| Wicket | Runs | Players | Venue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 196 | R. Priest & S. Bates | Lincoln | 2015 |
| 3rd | 229 | A. Kerr & S. Devine | Galle | 2023 |
| 2nd | 170* | A. Satterthwaite & S. Bates | Bristol | 2017 |
Key Player Battles to Watch in 2025 Match
- Sophie Devine vs Chamari Athapaththu:
A battle of captains — Devine’s attacking intent vs Athapaththu’s fearless stroke play. - Amelia Kerr vs Harshitha Samarawickrama:
Kerr’s sharp leg-spin could trouble Sri Lanka’s middle order. - Lea Tahuhu vs Kavisha Dilhari:
Tahuhu’s pace might test Dilhari early in the innings.
Read Also:- Most Dangerous Batsman in Women’s Cricket
Match Outlook – ICC Women’s World Cup 2025
New Zealand Women have the upper hand in terms of history and recent form. Their batting depth and bowling balance make them favorites to win again.
Sri Lanka Women, however, have the advantage of home conditions and will look to cause an upset.
Prediction: New Zealand Women are likely to win and continue their winning streak in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025.
From 1997 to 2025, New Zealand Women have consistently outperformed Sri Lanka Women in ODIs. The rivalry has produced exciting contests — with power-packed performances from players like Suzie Bate, Sophie Devine, and Chamari Athapaththu. As the teams clash again in Colombo, fans can expect another thrilling encounter with plenty of fireworks.
