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SL-W vs NZ-W match 15 statistical preview: Key stats, records and head-to-head ahead of the clash

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The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 will witness Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) lock horns with New Zealand Women (NZ-W) in Match 15 on Tuesday, October 14 at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. The exciting contest will begin at 3:00 PM IST with Sri Lanka hunting for their first win and New Zealand eyeing consecutive victories.

Sri Lanka Women

Co-hosts Sri Lanka Women are still searching for lift-off. They have lost two of three fixtures with one game washed out. In their previous outing against England Women, they conceded 253/9; Inoka Ranaweera impressed with 3 wickets while Udeshika Prabodhani and Sugandika Kumari claimed two each.

In the chase, Hasini Perera (35) and Harshitha Samarawickrama (33) showed resistance, but the rest fell away as the Lankans were bowled out for 164. Sri Lanka need a collective batting performance and another strong spin show to topple the White Ferns.

New Zealand Women

After defeats in their first two matches, New Zealand Women hit back with a commanding 100-run win over Bangladesh. Skipper Sophie Devine (63) and Brooke Halliday (69) powered them to 227/9.

With the ball, Jess Kerr (3), Lea Tahuhu (3) and Rosemary Mair (2) shared wickets to dismiss Bangladesh for 127. With confidence restored, the White Ferns will look to stack wins and keep their semi-final push alive.

SL-W vs NZ-W head-to-head overview

Sri Lanka Women and New Zealand Women have met 16 times in ODIs. New Zealand dominate with 13 wins, Sri Lanka have 2 victories and 1 match has ended in no result.

R. Premadasa Stadium pitch report

The R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo usually offers good batting conditions with some early movement for seamers. As the match wears on, spinners take control through the middle overs and can find sharp turn later. Of 25 Women’s ODIs at this venue, teams batting first have won 15 while 10 have been won by chasing sides. Expect the toss winner to bat first and let spin dictate the second half.

Sri Lanka Women and New Zealand Women’s probable playing XI

Sri Lanka Women

Hasini Perera, Chamari Athapaththu (c), Harshitha Samarawickrama, Vishmi Gunaratne, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshi de Silva, Anushka Sanjeewani (wk), Dewmi Vihanga, Udeshika Prabodhani, Sugandika Kumari, Inoka Ranaweera

New Zealand Women

Suzie Bates, Georgia Plimmer, Amelia Kerr, Sophie Devine (c), Brooke Halliday, Maddy Green, Isabella Gaze (wk), Rosemary Mair, Eden Carson, Lea Tahuhu, Jess Kerr.

Top run scorers in SL-W vs NZ-W ODIs

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Suzie Bates: 551 Runs

The veteran opener has amassed 551 runs in 11 innings against Sri Lanka at an excellent average of 78.71 with one century and five fifties, including a highest score of 106*. Her experience and calmness at the top continue to make her a prized wicket for opponents.

Chamari Athapaththu: 481 Runs

Sri Lanka’s skipper, Chamari Athapaththu has scored 481 runs in 13 innings against New Zealand at an average of 43.72, including two hundreds and three fifties. A natural stroke-maker, she remains the team’s biggest hope with her aggressive approach.

Sophie Devine: 301 Runs

New Zealand captain, Sophie Devine has compiled 301 runs in seven innings at a brilliant average of 60.20 with a top score of 137. Her ability to switch gears and dominate spin makes her a dangerous opponent.

Top wicket-takers in SL-W vs NZ-W ODIs

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Lea Tahuhu: 13 Wickets

The spearhead pacer has bagged 13 wickets in 8 matches at an impressive average of 18.76 with a best of 4/27. Her pace and control with the new ball make her a genuine match-winner.

Sophie Devine: 10 Wickets

Sophie Devine has taken 10 wickets in 9 innings at 22.20 average, providing crucial breakthroughs with her medium pace.

Suzie Bates: 9 Wickets

A part-time bowler who has chipped in with 9 wickets at an impressive average of 17.11, including a best of 3/27, Suzie Bates has often broken partnerships when least expected against Sri Lanka.

SL-W vs NZ-W stats

Sri Lanka Women’s records

  • Sri Lanka Women have played 20 ODIs at the R. Premadasa Stadium, winning 6 and losing 14.
  • Harshitha Samarawickrama has been Sri Lanka’s most consistent performer in 2025 as she has scored 398 runs in 10 ODIs at an average of 44.22, including four fifties.
  • Nilakshi de Silva has contributed 279 runs in 10 ODIs this year at an average of 31.00, playing the role of a reliable middle-order batter.
  • Chamari Athapaththu has been effective with the ball as well, taking 9 wickets in 10 ODIs this year at an economy rate of 5.11.
  • Inoka Ranaweera has been brilliant in this World Cup as she has nagged 7 wickets in just 2 matches at 4.15 economy and emerged as Sri Lanka’s most potent weapon with the ball.
  • Udeshika Prabodhani vs Suzie Bates in ODIs: 34 runs, 54 balls, 1 dismissal
  • Inoka Ranaweera vs Sophie Devine in ODIs: 48 runs, 50 balls, 1 dismissal
  • Chamari Athapaththu vs Amelia Kerr in ODIs: 50 runs, 35 balls, 0 dismissals

New Zealand Women’s records

  • New Zealand Women have played 45 ODIs in India, winning 21, losing 23 and drawing one.
  • Sophie Devine has been in red-hot form as she has amassed 260 runs in three World Cup matches at an average of 86.66, including one century and two fifties.
  • Brooke Halliday has scored 184 runs in six matches in 2025 at 36.80 average, providing solidity in the middle order.
  • Maddy Green has notched up 181 runs in five innings this year, including a century.
  • Jess Kerr has been New Zealand’s standout bowler, picking up 11 wickets in six ODIs in 2025 at an economy of 3.72.
  • Georgia Plimmer vs Sugandika Kumar in ODIs: 43 runs, 48 balls, 1 dismissal
  • Lea Tahuhu vs Kavisha Dilhari in ODIs: 10 runs, 16 balls, 0 dismissals
  • Jess Kerr vs Harshitha Samarawickrama in ODIs: 26 runs, 44 balls, 1 dismissal

Records that can be broken in SL-W vs NZ-W Match 15 of 2025 Women’s World Cup

  • Chamari Athapaththu needs 65 runs to reach 4000 ODI runs and 4 wickets to reach 50 ODI wickets.
  • Nilakshi de Silva needs 1 run to complete 1000 ODI runs.
  • Hasini Perera requires 97 runs to reach 1000 ODI runs.
  • Suzie Bates needs 75 runs to become only the second woman after Mithali Raj to reach 6000 ODI runs.
  • Maddy Green needs 2 fours to complete 150 ODI fours.
  • Brooke Halliday needs 5 fours to complete 100 ODI fours.
  • Georgia Plimmer requires 69 runs to reach 500 ODI runs.
  • Amelia Kerr (104) needs 4 wickets to surpass Sophie Devine (107) and become New Zealand’s second-highest ODI wicket-taker, behind Lea Tahuhu (122).