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Match 6 of the Women’s Tri-Series will see Sri Lanka locking horns with a winless South Africa side in what promises to be a contrasting battle of confidence and redemption. The fixture, scheduled ahead of the grand finale, carries more significance for the Proteas, who are yet to open their account in the tournament.
Having lost all three of their previous matches, South Africa will look to salvage pride by ending their tour on a positive note. It has been a disappointing campaign for the Proteas, who have struggled to find rhythm in both departments and will aim to regroup for one last effort in this clash.
On the other hand, Sri Lanka have already sealed their place in the final, where they will meet India on May 11. With qualification secured, the Islanders are likely to approach this game with a more relaxed mindset. It wouldn’t be surprising if the team management decides to test their bench strength, giving opportunities to players who haven’t featured prominently so far in the series.
Women’s ODI tri-series: Match 6
- Date and Time: May 9; 10:00 am IST / 04:30 am GMT
- Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
R. Premadasa Stadium Pitch Report:
The R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo is well known for its spin-friendly conditions, especially as games advance. In the early stages, the pitch offers consistent bounce and pace, enabling batters to play their shots freely and accumulate runs with ease. However, as the match progresses, the surface begins to wear down—developing cracks and uneven bounce—which increasingly favors the spinners. This transformation poses a greater challenge for batters, putting their technique and shot selection under serious scrutiny.
SL-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeeper: Anushka Sanjeewani
- Batters: Harshitha Samarawickrama, Tazmin Brits
- All-rounders: Chamari Athapaththu, Chloe Tryon, Sune Luus, Annerie Dercksen, Nadine de Klerk, Kavisha Dilhari
- Bowlers: Sugandika Kumari, Nonkululeko Mlaba
SL-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
- Choice 1: Harshitha Samarawickrama (c), Chloe Tryon (vc)
- Choice 2: Chamari Athapaththu (c), Annerie Dercksen (vc)
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SL-W vs SA-W Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Hasini Perera, Vishmi Gunaratne, Miane Smit, Lara Goodall
SL-W vs SA-W Dream11 Team for today’s match (May 9, 04:30 am GMT):
Squads:
Sri Lanka Women: Hasini Perera, Vishmi Gunaratne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Chamari Athapaththu (c), Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshi de Silva, Dewmi Vihanga, Anushka Sanjeewani (wk), Sugandika Kumari, Malki Madara, Inoka Ranaweera, Hansima Karunaratne, Inoshi Priyadharshani, Achini Kulasuriya, Manudi Nanayakkara, Rashmika Sewwandi, Piumi Badalge
South Africa Women: Lara Goodall, Tazmin Brits, Miane Smit, Annerie Dercksen, Nondumiso Shangase, Sinalo Jafta (wk), Chloe Tryon (c), Nadine de Klerk, Sune Luus, Masabata Klaas, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayabonga Khaka, Laura Wolvaardt, Karabo Meso, Seshnie Naidu
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