India Women Victory Over Sri Lanka by 59 Runs (DLS Method) in ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Opener
India Women Secure a Dominant Win in World Cup 2025 Opener!
India Women made a sensational start to their ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 campaign by defeating Sri Lanka Women by 59 runs under the DLS method in a rain-impacted thriller at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati. The rain interruptions didn’t dampen the spirits of the Indian team, as they posted a competitive total of 269/8 in 47 overs, and backed it up with clinical bowling performances to restrict Sri Lanka to 211 all out in 45.4 overs.
Match Summary:
- Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2025
- Venue: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati, Assam
- Toss: Sri Lanka Women won the toss and chose to bowl first
- Result: India Women won by 59 runs (DLS Method)
India Women’s Top Performances:
Batting:
- Amanjot Kaur (57 off 56 balls) played a brilliant anchor role and guided India to a solid total. Her consistency with the bat made her the top scorer for India.
- Harleen Deol (48 off 64 balls) also contributed significantly, playing a responsible knock in the middle order.
- Deepti Sharma (53 off 53 balls) provided the necessary stability, ensuring India posted a defendable score.
- Sneh Rana (28* off 15 balls) played a fiery cameo, adding valuable runs in the final overs, while Pratika Rawal chipped in with a steady 37 off 59 balls.
Bowling:
- Deepti Sharma was the pick of the bowlers, claiming 3 wickets for 54 runs, including some key breakthroughs in the middle overs.
- Sneh Rana (2/32) also delivered an outstanding spell, particularly in the death overs, while Shree Charani (2/37) was also instrumental in India’s victory.
- Pratika Rawal delivered a timely breakthrough, dismissing Inoka Ranaweera, and contributed with a wicket.
Sri Lanka Women’s Response:
Batting:
- Chamari Athapaththu (43 off 47 balls) was the top scorer for Sri Lanka, showing her fighting spirit with a composed knock, but the lack of support from the other batters put them behind.
- Harshitha Samarawickrama (29 off 45 balls) and Nilakshi de Silva (35 off 29 balls) tried to build partnerships, but the Indian bowlers’ consistent pressure kept the run rate climbing.
The lower order collapsed as Sri Lanka was bowled out for 211, leaving them 59 runs short of India’s total.
Bowling:
- Inoka Ranaweera was the standout bowler for Sri Lanka, claiming 4 wickets for 46 runs, dismantling India’s top order.
- Udeshika Prabodhani (2/55) and Chamari Athapaththu (1/24) also took wickets, but it was not enough to stop India from securing a solid victory.
Key Moments of the Match:
- India’s Total: 269/8 in 47 overs
- Sri Lanka’s Total: 211 all out in 45.4 overs
- Winning Margin: India Women won by 59 runs (DLS Method)
India's Star Performers:
- Amanjot Kaur (57 runs)
- Deepti Sharma (53 runs, 3 wickets)
- Sneh Rana (28* off 15 balls, 2 wickets)
Sri Lanka’s Star Performers:
Chamari Athapaththu (43 runs)
Inoka Ranaweera (4 wickets)
Harshitha Samarawickrama (29 runs)
Match Analysis and Key Takeaways:
India Women showed a well-rounded performance with contributions from both bat and ball. Amanjot Kaur’s steady knock at the top and the explosive late cameo from Sneh Rana ensured that India put up a score that was always going to be difficult for Sri Lanka to chase down.
With the ball, Deepti Sharma led the charge, picking up vital wickets in the middle and putting Sri Lanka under pressure. Sneh Rana and Shree Charani were brilliant in the death overs, while Pratika Rawal and Deepti Sharma made sure Sri Lanka's chase never gained momentum.
On the other hand, Sri Lanka Women fought well with the bat, but they lacked the necessary partnerships to chase down the target. Although Chamari Athapaththu and Harshitha Samarawickrama tried to keep the chase alive, the Indian bowlers didn’t allow them any breathing space.
Player of The Match-Deepti Sharma
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| Image credit-Times of India |
Finally
India Women’s comprehensive victory by 59 runs shows the depth and balance of their team, with contributions from both the experienced players and the newcomers. This strong start to the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 will surely boost their confidence as they look ahead to their next challenge in the tournament.
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