Sri Lanka will take on South Africa in a crucial fixture of the Women’s ODI Tri-Series on May 2, 2025, at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

Both teams are searching for their first win in the tournament after suffering defeats to India in their opening matches, making this clash pivotal for their hopes of reaching the final. Sri Lanka, led by the dynamic Chamari athapaththuwill be looking to bounce back after a heavy loss, with their captain’s all-round skills central to their chances. The home side will also rely on experienced spinner Inoka Ranaweera and the promising Malki Madara to provide breakthroughs, but concerns remain about the consistency of their middle order.

South Africa, captained by the ever-reliable Laura Wolvesshowed resilience in their narrow loss to India, with Compensation brits standing out thanks to a brilliant century in the series so far. Their batting lineup, featuring the likes of Sune's bone and Chloe Tryonlooks solid, while their bowling attack-led by They do not commit the river and Nokela Mlaba-is well-equipped to exploit the slow, spin-friendly conditions in Colombo. The pitch at the R. Premadasa Stadium is expected to offer assistance to both seamers and spinners, making adaptability key for batters on both sides.

Women’s ODI tri-series: Match 3

• Date and Time: May 2; 10:00 am is / 04:30 am GMT
• Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo

R. Premadasa Stadium Pitch Report:

​The R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo is renowned for its spin-friendly conditions, particularly as matches progress. Early in the game, batters benefit from a surface that offers reliable bounce and pace, allowing for fluent stroke play and run-scoring opportunities. However, as the match unfolds, the pitch tends to deteriorate, developing cracks and producing variable bounce, which brings spinners into the spotlight and makes batting increasingly challenging. This shift often tests the technique and decision-making of the batters. Historically, the average first-innings score in ODIs at this venue is around 231, and teams batting first have enjoyed more success, as chasing becomes difficult on a worn surface.

SL-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeeper: Anushka Sanjeewani
• Batters: Harshitha Samarawickrama, Laura Wolvaardt, Sune Luus, Compensation brits
• All-rounders: Chamari Athapaththu, Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Kavisha Dilhari
• Bowlers: Inoka Ranaweera, Ayabonga Khaka

SL-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

• Choice 1: Laura Wolvaardt (C), Chamari Athapaththu (VC)
• Choice 2: Harshitha Samarawickrama (C), Compensation Brits (VC)

SL-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Hasini Pera, Piumi Wathsala, Annerie Dercksen, Lara Good

SL-W vs SA-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (May 2, 04:30 am GMT):

Squads:

Sri Lanka: Chamari Athapaththu (C), Vishmi Gunaratne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Nilakshi Silva, Kavisha Dilhari, Anushka Sanjeewani VIHANGA, INOKA RANAWEERA, INOSHI Fernando, Hansima Karunaratne, Rashmika Sewwandi, Malki Madara, SUGANDIKA KUMARI, ACHINI

South Africa: Laura Wolvaardt (C), Tazmin Brits, Sune Luus, Annerie Derksen, Lara Goodall, Nadine De Kleerk, Chloe Tryon, Sinalo Jafta (WK), Nonkululeko Mlaba, Masabata Klaas, Ayabonga KHAKA, Karabo Meso, Miane Smit, Nondumiso Shangase, Seshnie Naidu

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