SA-W vs SL-W Match Prediction 18th Match of ICC Women’s World Cup 2025
South Africa Women vs Sri Lanka Women Preview
This match marks a pivotal point for both South Africa Women (SA-W) and Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) in the group phase. South Africa enters the contest with a solid win record, driven by experienced campaigners in both batting and bowling. Sri Lanka, hosting at Colombo, will rely on home advantage and key all-rounders to challenge South Africa’s form. So Let’s take a look at SA-W vs SL-W Match Prediction 18th Match of ICC WWC 2025.
SA-W vs SL-W Teams in Focus
South Africa’s batting, anchored by proven performers like Lizelle Lee and Laura Wolvaardt, gives them stability up top, while their pace bowlers Masabata Klaas and Nonkululeko Mlaba consistently threaten opposition line-ups. Sri Lanka banks on the experience of Chamari Athapaththu and promising young talents to counter SA’s depth.
SA-W vs SL-W Probable Playing XI
South Africa Women:
Tazmin Brits, Laura Wolvaardt, Sune Luus, Marizanne Kapp, Nadine de Klerk, Masabata Klaas, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Trisha Chetty, Ayabonga Khaka, Shabnim Ismail, Tumi Sekhukhune.
Sri Lanka Women:
Chamari Athapaththu, Vishmi Gunaratne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Hasini Perera, Nilakshi de Silva, Ama Kanchana, Oshadi Ranasinghe, Inoka Ranaweera, Sugandika Kumari, Achini Kulasuriya, Anushka Sanjeewani.
South Africa Women vs Sri Lanka Women Match Prediction
South Africa’s all-round strength and higher-ranked squad make them favorites, but Sri Lanka’s spinners could exploit local conditions and spring a surprise if they build early pressure. Expect a close contest if SL Women bat first and set a competitive total.
FAQs
– Q: Who is likely to score most runs?
– Lizelle Lee (SA) and Chamari Athapaththu (SL) are prime contenders.
– Q: Which bowler could be most effective?
– Masabata Klaas (SA) and Inoka Ranaweera (SL) are key threats.
Captain/VC Choices
Top fantasy picks: Tazmin Brits (Captain), Chamari Athapaththu (Vice-Captain).
Fantasy Team Suggestion
– Tazmin Brits, Laura Wolvaardt, Chamari Athapaththu, Marizanne Kapp, Sune Luus, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Masabata Klaas, Inoka Ranaweera, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayabonga Khaka, Oshadi Ranasinghe.
SA-W vs SL-W Pitch Report
The R.Premadasa Stadium typically helps spinners as the match progresses, with initial support for batters in the first innings. A total above 250 could prove challenging to chase in Colombo’s humid conditions.
Where to Watch
Live telecast and streaming will be available on major sports networks and the ICC’s official digital platforms.
Match Timing
The game starts at 3:00 PM IST (09:30 GMT) on October 17, 2025.
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