Sri Lanka's women's cricket team has announced its 17-player squad for the upcoming tri-series against India and South Africa. Notably, the squad includes three uncapped players.
The tri-series, hosted by Sri Lanka, is set to begin on April 27th and will be played in One Day International (ODI) format as part of the preparations for the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, which will be held in India later this year.
The squad, led by Chamari Atthapattu, has retained most of its experienced players, with the inclusion of newcomers Malki Madara, Dewmi Vihanga, and Piumi Badalge. Among the players called up are Inoka Ranaweera, Hasini Perera, and Hansima Karunaratne.
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The spin-heavy squad will miss experienced pacer Udeshika Probodhini due to injury. However, Hasini Perera has been brought in as a backup pace option. The selectors have focused on bolstering their spin talent, featuring players like Sugandika Kumari, Inoshi Priyadharshani, star all-rounder Kavisha Dilhari, and the 19-year-old uncapped spin-bowling all-rounder Vihanga.
Sri Lanka will aim to perform well against India, who announced their squad on April 8, 2025. India also includes many spinners in their lineup. In contrast, South Africa's squad has fewer spinners compared to the other two teams.
Nonetheless, South African Women will look to capitalize on the playing conditions as part of their preparation for the World Cup in India, where the subcontinent pitches are expected to present slow and spin-friendly challenges.
Sri Lanka squad to face India and South Africa
Chamari Athapaththu (capt), Harshitha Samarawickrama, Vishmi Gunaratne, Nilakshika Silva, Kavisha Dilhari, Anushka Sanjeewani (wk), Manudi Nanayakkara, Hasini Perera, Achini Kulasuriya, Piumi Badalge, Dewmi Vihanga, Hansima Karunaratne, Malki Madara, Inoshi Priyadarshini, Sugandika Kumari, Rashmika Sewwandi, Inoka Ranaweera
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Overall, this squad focuses on maintaining team balance to form a strong playing XI, with solid support from the bench and reliable backups for every position. They have assembled a well-rounded team to take on both India and South Africa. The last time Sri Lanka hosted a tournament at home, they defeated India to win the Asia Cup.
