The stage is set at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo as Sri Lanka Women take on England Women in the 12th match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. The encounter promises a thrilling battle between England’s unbeaten form and Sri Lanka’s spin prowess, led by the ever-dangerous Chamari Athapaththu.
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🏏 Match Overview
Match: Sri Lanka Women vs England Women – 12th Match
Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
Date: October 11, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM Local
Tournament: ICC Women’s World Cup 2025/26
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🌍 Big Picture: Sri Lanka Aim for a Famous Upset
In 18 ODI meetings between the two sides, Sri Lanka have managed just one win — but what a win it was. Their 2013 World Cup triumph over England remains a landmark moment for women’s cricket on the island. Since then, however, England have dominated, winning ten on the trot.
England enter this fixture brimming with confidence after commanding victories over South Africa and Bangladesh, while Sri Lanka will look to bounce back after a loss to India and a rain-affected game against Australia.
For Sri Lanka, much rests on the shoulders of Chamari Athapaththu, who continues to be their talismanic batter and leader. England are fully aware — as opener Tammy Beaumont admitted, “Chamari will be the one we’ll be desperate to get out.”
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🔥 Form Guide
Sri Lanka: LLLWW
England: WWLWL
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👀 Players to Watch
Chamari Athapaththu (Sri Lanka)
The heart of Sri Lanka’s batting unit. Her aggressive intent at the top will be crucial against England’s disciplined bowling attack. If Athapaththu fires, Sri Lanka could dream of another major upset.
Inoka Ranaweera (Sri Lanka)
The experienced left-arm spinner impressed with 4/46 against India, including three wickets in one over. On a turning Colombo track, she could be Sri Lanka’s trump card again.
Heather Knight (England)
England’s skipper has a stellar record against Sri Lanka, averaging over 50 in ODIs against them. Fresh from a composed 79 vs Bangladesh, Knight will look to anchor the innings once more.
Sophie Ecclestone & Charlie Dean (England)
England’s spin duo have been sensational so far, combining for 14 wickets in just two matches. Their control in the middle overs has been key to England’s dominance.
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🏟️ Pitch & Conditions
Expect another spin-friendly surface in Colombo, with assistance for both finger-spinners and slow bowlers. The humidity could aid swing early on, but showers remain a possibility — typical for this time of year in Sri Lanka.
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🧢 Probable XIs
Sri Lanka Women:
Hasini Perera, Chamari Athapaththu (c), Harshitha Samarawickrama, Vishmi Gunaratne, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshika de Silva, Anushka Sanjeewani (wk), Sugandika Kumari, Achini Kulasuriya, Udeshika Prabodhani, Inoka Ranaweera
England Women:
Tammy Beaumont, Amy Jones (wk), Heather Knight, Nat Sciver-Brunt (c), Sophia Dunkley, Emma Lamb, Alice Capsey, Charlie Dean, Sophie Ecclestone, Linsey Smith, Lauren Bell
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📊 Stats & Trivia
Sri Lanka’s only ODI win over England came in the 2013 World Cup in Mumbai.
Heather Knight averages 52.00 in ODIs played in Sri Lanka.
England have won 10 consecutive ODIs against Sri Lanka since 2013.
Sri Lanka beat England 2-1 in a T20I series in 2023 — a reminder that they can surprise on their day.
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💬 What They Said
> “You can never write off Chamari. She’s hurt us before, but there’s a lot more depth in Sri Lanka’s batting now.”
— Tammy Beaumont, England opener
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🏁 Prediction
England enter as clear favourites with a balanced side and top form, but if Chamari Athapaththu and Inoka Ranaweera deliver something special, Sri Lanka could make things interesting at Khettarama.
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