Sri Lanka unveiled a 17-member squad for the upcoming women’s ODI tri-series against India and South Africa, commencing April 27 on home soil. The Chamari Athapaththu-led side, fresh from a 2-0 ODI series defeat in New Zealand, introduced eight changes to their lineup.
Uncapped spinner Malki Madara earned her maiden ODI call-up following a standout T20I debut in New Zealand, where she played a pivotal role in Sri Lanka’s lone victory during the tour.
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The squad sees the return of experienced players, including batter Vishmi Gunaratne, all-rounder Nilakshi Silva, and opener Hasini Perera, alongside emerging talents like Piumi Wathsala. Notably, Madara’s inclusion and the recall of spinner Inoka Ranaweera highlight Sri Lanka’s focus on bolstering their bowling attack.
Tri-Series Schedule
Match No.
Fixture
Day
Date
1st ODI
Sri Lanka vs India
Sunday
27 April
2nd ODI
India vs South Africa
Tuesday
29 April
3rd ODI
Sri Lanka vs South Africa
Friday
02 May
4th ODI
Sri Lanka vs India
Sunday
04 May
5th ODI
South Africa vs India
Wednesday
07 May
6th ODI
Sri Lanka vs South Africa
Friday
09 May
Final
TBD
Sunday
11 May
With the 2025 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup in India approaching, the tri-series offers critical preparation for all teams. Selectors emphasized blending youth and experience, aiming to build momentum ahead of the global tournament.