IND-W vs SL-W 1st T20I Match Prediction: India Women vs Sri Lanka Women | 2025
The IND-W vs SL-W 1st T20I Match Prediction for the Sri Lanka Women tour of India 2025 is set to be played on 27 December 2025 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, starting at 7:00 PM IST. This match marks the beginning of the T20I series, with India Women aiming to dominate at home while Sri Lanka Women look to challenge with a balanced squad.
IND-W vs SL-W Match Preview
India Women enter the series as strong favourites, backed by a powerful batting lineup and an experienced bowling attack. Players like Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur will be crucial in setting the tone with the bat, while Deepti Sharma and Renuka Singh add depth with both bat and ball.
Sri Lanka Women will rely heavily on captain Chamari Athapaththu, who remains their biggest match-winner. Their bowling attack will need early breakthroughs to restrict India’s strong top order. This opening match will be vital for momentum and confidence in the series.
IND-W vs SL-W Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | India Women vs Sri Lanka Women |
| Series | Sri Lanka Women tour of India 2025 |
| Match Number | 1st T20I |
| Date | 27 December 2025 |
| Time | 7:00 PM IST |
| Venue | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium |
| City | Bengaluru, India |
IND-W vs SL-W Pitch Report
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Batting-friendly |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 155–170 |
| Toss Impact | Teams may prefer chasing |
| Weather | Clear conditions expected |
| Playing Conditions | Short boundaries, fast outfield |
The Bengaluru pitch traditionally favors batters, especially in night games. Bowlers who vary pace will be more effective in the middle overs.
IND-W vs SL-W Probable Playing XI
India Women
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Smriti Mandhana | Batter |
| Shafali Verma | Batter |
| Harmanpreet Kaur (C) | Batter |
| Jemimah Rodrigues | Batter |
| Richa Ghosh (WK) | Wicketkeeper-batter |
| Deepti Sharma | All-rounder |
| Pooja Vastrakar | All-rounder |
| Renuka Singh | Bowler |
| Radha Yadav | Bowler |
| Shreyanka Patil | Bowler |
| Rajeshwari Gayakwad | Bowler |
Sri Lanka Women
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Chamari Athapaththu (C) | All-rounder |
| Vishmi Gunaratne | Batter |
| Harshitha Samarawickrama | Batter |
| Kavisha Dilhari | All-rounder |
| Nilakshi de Silva | Batter |
| Anushka Sanjeewani (WK) | Wicketkeeper |
| Oshadi Ranasinghe | All-rounder |
| Inoka Ranaweera | Bowler |
| Sugandika Kumari | Bowler |
| Udeshika Prabodhani | Bowler |
| Achini Kulasuriya | Bowler |
Key Players to Watch – IND-W vs SL-W
| Team | Player | Role | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| India | Smriti Mandhana | Batter | Aggressive starts |
| India | Deepti Sharma | All-rounder | Middle-overs control |
| Sri Lanka | Chamari Athapaththu | All-rounder | Match-winner |
| Sri Lanka | Inoka Ranaweera | Bowler | Spin threat |
IND-W vs SL-W Fantasy Tips
- Pick top-order batters from India for maximum fantasy points.
- All-rounders like Deepti Sharma and Chamari Athapaththu are must-haves.
- Include at least one spinner due to Bengaluru’s middle-overs assistance.
- Death-over bowlers can fetch bonus points.
IND-W vs SL-W Match Prediction
India Women have a clear advantage with home conditions, depth in batting, and a disciplined bowling unit. Sri Lanka Women can compete if their top order fires, but consistency remains a concern.
Predicted Winner: India Women
Expected 1st Innings Score: 160–175
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FAQs –
Q1. When is the IND-W vs SL-W 1st T20I match?
- 27 December 2025.
Q2. Where will the IND-W vs SL-W match be played?
- M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.
Q3. Who are the key players for India Women?
- Smriti Mandhana, Harmanpreet Kaur, Deepti Sharma.
Q4. Who is Sri Lanka Women’s biggest threat?
- Chamari Athapaththu.
Q5. Who is likely to win IND-W vs SL-W 1st T20I?
- India Women are favourites.
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