Australia Women take on Sri Lanka Women in the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. The fixture promises a fascinating contest between the world champions’ precision and the hosts’ passion to bounce back on home soil
Preview
Australia have once again begun their World Cup campaign with characteristic authority. Their opening victory against New Zealand, Gardner’s stunning century in the previous match set the tone for the tournament, displaying both power and maturity in her stroke play.
Alyssa Healy and Phoebe Litchfield continues to provide rapid starts, while Ellyse Perry bring stability at no 3 and Beth Mooney experience to the middle order get support from Annabel Sutherland,Ash Gardner, fresh off a sparkling century, has once again showcased her ability to dominate bowlers and adapt to conditions with ease. While Thila McGrath and Sophie Molineux bring depth at lower order .
In bowling kim Garth and Darcie Brown have been effective with the new ball, setting early pressure on opponents. Meanwhile, the spin duo of Alana King and Sophie Molineux is expected to thrive on the turning surfaces of Colombo. Their control in the middle overs has been a major factor in Australia’s success
On the other hand Sri Lanka journey in this tournament began on a rough note with a defeat to India, but the home side but they capable to beat any any team . Skipper Chamari Athapaththu remains their biggest asset a fearless striker who can change the course of a game single-handedly. Her explosive batting at the top is crucial if Sri Lanka are to set or chase down a competitive total.
Harshitha Samarawickrama, Vishmi Gunaratne, and Hasini Perera must contribute consistently to ease the pressure on their captain. In the bowling department, Inoka Ranaweera and Sugandika Kumari will be central to Sri Lanka’s plans, especially given the turning nature of the Colombo pitch. Their success will depend on whether they can contain Australia’s aggressive batters and force mistakes through spin.
Head to Head Records in women’s ODI
Total Matches : 11
AUS win : 11
Sri Lanka win: 0
No Results: 0
Pitch Report
The Colombo surface is expected to assist both batters and spinners. The new ball may offer slight movement early on, but as the match progresses, the pitch will likely slow down, making stroke play more difficult. Spinners could become decisive, and any side bowling second will need to adapt quickly to dew conditions in the evening.
Probable XIs
Australia
Alyssa Healy (c/wk), Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Annabel Sutherland, Ash Gardner, Thila McGrath, Sophie Molineux, Darcie Brown, Kim Garth, Alana King
Sri Lanka
Chamari Athapaththu (c), Hasini Parera, Harshita Samarawickrama , vishmi Gunarathne, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshi De Silva, Anushka Sanjeewani (wk), Achini Kulasooriya, Sugandika Kumari, Udeshika prabodani ,Inoka Ranaveera
Prediction
Australia as a favourites records speaks itself, consistency, composure and handling pressure .Expect Sri Lanka to show greater resilience at home, but Australia’s professionalism and depth should ensure another commanding performance.