🏏 India Women Cruise to Comfortable 8-Wicket Win Over Sri Lanka Women in 1st T20I

India Women made a confident and convincing start to the Sri Lanka Women tour of India 2025, defeating Sri Lanka Women by 8 wickets in the opening T20 International at Visakhapatnam on December 21, 2025.

After winning the toss, Sri Lanka Women opted to bat first under lights. They showed intent early on but soon found it difficult to score freely against a disciplined Indian bowling attack. Regular wickets in the middle overs prevented Sri Lanka from building momentum, and they eventually posted a total of 121 for 6 in their allotted 20 overs — a score that always looked slightly below par on a good batting surface.

India Women, in reply, were calm, composed, and in complete control from the very first over. The openers laid a solid foundation, rotating the strike well and punishing loose deliveries. With no scoreboard pressure, the Indian batters played sensibly, focusing on partnerships rather than aggressive shot-making.

The chase never looked in doubt. India Women reached the target comfortably in just 14.4 overs, losing only two wickets along the way. The emphatic finish — with 32 balls remaining — underlined India’s dominance in home conditions.

The bowlers deserve equal credit for setting up the victory, maintaining tight lines and lengths throughout Sri Lanka’s innings. Their disciplined effort ensured that the target remained well within reach for the batters.

With this win, India Women take an early 1-0 lead in the T20I series and send a clear message ahead of the remaining matches. Sri Lanka Women, meanwhile, will need to regroup quickly, especially in the batting department, if they are to challenge the hosts in the upcoming games.

📊 Match Summary

• Match: 1st T20 International

• Series: Sri Lanka Women tour of India 2025

• Venue: Visakhapatnam

• Sri Lanka Women: 121/6 (20 overs)

• India Women: 122/2 (14.4 overs)

• Result: India Women won by 8 wickets