Will Sri Lanka Women Seal the Win Today Against New Zealand?

The Sri Lanka Women’s team continue to impress in their ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 encounter against New Zealand Women at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. After winning the toss and choosing to bat, Sri Lanka made a confident start before losing their first wicket at 98/1 in 22 overs. Captain Chamari Athapaththu led from the front with a composed 52 off 68 balls, while Vishmi Gunarathne added a steady 31 runs before being dismissed. The opening partnership laid a solid foundation for the hosts as the Kiwi bowlers — Sophie Devine, Lea Tahuhu, and Amelia Kerr — now look to build pressure and pick up quick wickets.

With one wicket down, Sri Lanka aims to maintain momentum and post a competitive total in this high-stakes World Cup clash. The home crowd in Colombo continues to cheer their team with full energy as the Lankans look to capitalize on their strong start. For New Zealand, a couple of breakthroughs could shift the momentum back in their favor. It’s shaping up to be a thrilling contest under the Colombo sun!