Introduction: Sri Lanka Women vs India Womens National Cricket Team Match Scorecard
The final of the Tri-Nation Women’s Series between India Women and Sri Lanka Women had all the ingredients for a cracking contest, and it certainly didn’t disappoint—unless you were rooting for Sri Lanka. In what turned out to be a one-sided finale, India Women clinched the title with a commanding 97-run win, powered by a century from Smriti Mandhana and a four-wicket haul by Sneh Rana.
From the first over, India looked in complete control, outplaying Sri Lanka in all departments and stamping their authority on the big stage. Despite a few bright spots for the hosts, India’s class shone through as they wrapped up the final with confidence and composure.
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Match Summary
Venue: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Result: India Women won by 97 runs
Player of the Match: Smriti Mandhana (116 off 101)
Player of the Series: Sneh Rana (15 wickets in 4 matches)
India Set the Tone with a Batting Masterclass
Asked to bat first, India couldn’t have asked for a better start to the finale. After a relatively quiet run in earlier matches, Smriti Mandhana roared back to form, crafting a sublime 116 off just 101 balls. Her innings was a delightful mix of class and aggression, featuring 15 boundaries and two towering sixes.
She was well-supported by Harleen Deol (47 off 56) and skipper Harmanpreet Kaur (41 off 30), who kept the momentum going through the middle overs. Jemimah Rodrigues added the final flourish with a quickfire 44 off 29 balls, helping India post a daunting 342/7—their highest total in the series.
India Women Batting Scorecard
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pratika Rawal | 30 | 49 | 2 | 0 | 61.22 |
| Smriti Mandhana | 116 | 101 | 15 | 2 | 114.85 |
| Harleen Deol | 47 | 56 | 4 | 0 | 83.92 |
| Harmanpreet Kaur (c) | 41 | 30 | 4 | 1 | 136.66 |
| Jemimah Rodrigues | 44 | 29 | 4 | 0 | 151.72 |
| Richa Ghosh † | 8 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 88.88 |
| Amanjot Kaur | 18 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 150.00 |
| Deepti Sharma | 20 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 142.85 |
| Kranti Goud | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Extras | 18 | ||||
| Total (50 overs) | 342/7 |
Despite a few decent spells from Sugandika Kumari and Dewmi Vihanga, who both took two wickets each, the Sri Lankan bowlers struggled to contain the Indian onslaught.
Sri Lanka’s Chase Falters Despite Athapaththu’s Fight
Sri Lanka’s chase never really got going after losing an early wicket in the very first over. Chamari Athapaththu, their captain and leading run-scorer, tried to steady the ship with a composed 51 off 66 balls, but she lacked support from the other end.
Nilakshika Silva showed resilience with a well-crafted 48 off 58, and Sugandika Kumari chipped in with a brisk 27 off 29, but regular wickets, especially during the middle overs, stunted any hopes of a comeback. India’s bowlers, led by Sneh Rana, kept the pressure on and bowled out Sri Lanka for 245 in 48.2 overs.
Sri Lanka Women Batting Scorecard
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hasini Perera | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Vishmi Gunaratne | 36 | 41 | 5 | 0 | 87.80 |
| Chamari Athapaththu (c) | 51 | 66 | 6 | 1 | 77.27 |
| Nilakshika Silva | 48 | 58 | 5 | 0 | 82.75 |
| Harshitha Samarawickrama | 26 | 32 | 4 | 0 | 81.25 |
| Dewmi Vihanga | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 66.66 |
| Anushka Sanjeewani † | 28 | 41 | 2 | 0 | 68.29 |
| Piumi Wathsala | 9 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 69.23 |
| Sugandika Kumari | 27 | 29 | 5 | 0 | 93.10 |
| Malki Madara | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Inoka Ranaweera | 0* | 0 | 0 | 0 | – |
| Extras | 16 | ||||
| Total (48.2 overs) | 245 all out |
Sneh Rana Leads India’s Bowling Brilliance
There was no stopping Sneh Rana in the final. The experienced all-rounder picked up 4 wickets for 38 runs and broke the backbone of Sri Lanka’s middle order. Her tight lines and clever variations were too much to handle for the batters.
Amanjot Kaur also impressed with 3 wickets, while Deepti Sharma and Shree Charani kept things tight, making sure there was no breathing room for Sri Lanka.
India Women Bowling Figures
| Bowler | O | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amanjot Kaur | 8 | 54 | 3 | 6.75 |
| Kranti Goud | 5 | 22 | 0 | 4.40 |
| Deepti Sharma | 10 | 43 | 0 | 4.30 |
| Shree Charani | 10 | 55 | 1 | 5.50 |
| Sneh Rana | 9.2 | 38 | 4 | 4.07 |
| Pratika Rawal | 5 | 18 | 0 | 3.60 |
| Harleen Deol | 1 | 12 | 0 | 12.00 |
Post-Match Reactions
Harmanpreet Kaur (India Captain):
“Really proud of the girls. Smriti’s knock was special, and Sneh’s consistency has been the backbone of our bowling. We’ll continue to work on our fielding and pace options, but this was a top performance.”
Chamari Athapaththu (Sri Lanka Captain):
“India were brilliant today. We missed a few chances in the field, and that hurt us. Moving forward, we need to work on our power-hitting and fielding standards.”
Sneh Rana (Player of the Series):
“It feels amazing to perform in crucial games. I focused on variations and stuck to my strengths. Credit goes to the coaching staff and my teammates for their support.”
Smriti Mandhana (Player of the Match):
“I just wanted to bat deep and build a platform. The pitch was good, and I enjoyed the challenge. Scoring in a final always feels extra special.”
Key Takeaways from the Final
- Smriti Mandhana’s Century: A timely return to form in the final with a commanding ton.
- Sneh Rana’s Dominance: Finished the series with 15 wickets in 4 games and was a constant threat.
- Sri Lanka’s Missed Opportunities: Drop catches and poor fielding allowed India to take control.
- India’s Middle-Order Strength: Contributions from Jemimah, Harmanpreet, and Amanjot showed depth and intent.
Series Highlights
| Most Runs | Most Wickets |
|---|---|
| Laura Wolvaardt (SA) – 276 | Sneh Rana (IND) – 15 |
| Smriti Mandhana (IND) – 264 | Inoka Ranaweera (SL) – 8 |
| Jemimah Rodrigues (IND) – 245 | Sugandika Kumari (SL) – 7 |
Final Thoughts
India Women came into the tournament as one of the favorites—and they played like champions. The final was a showcase of their depth, talent, and tactical execution. Sri Lanka showed heart throughout the tournament, even registering a surprise group-stage win against India, but couldn’t bring their A-game when it mattered the most.
With the Women’s World Cup on the horizon, India have laid down a marker. As for Sri Lanka, this series will serve as a valuable learning curve, particularly in the areas of fielding and middle-order consistency.