Match: 21st Match (Day/Night)
Date: Monday, October 20, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM IST (15:00 Local Time)
Venue: Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
Format: 50-over match
Toss: Not yet decided
Match Situation
Two struggling teams will meet in what could be a turning point match for both sides. Sri Lanka Women are searching for their first win in the tournament, while Bangladesh Women are looking for their second victory. Both teams have just two points each, but Bangladesh sits slightly higher in the standings thanks to their opening win against Pakistan.
Sri Lanka has lost three games out of five, with two matches ending without results. Their campaign has been difficult, with only two washouts providing any points. Meanwhile, Bangladesh has suffered four consecutive defeats after defeating Pakistan by seven wickets in their opening match, including a heavy 10-wicket loss to Australia.
The tournament is reaching a critical stage. Both teams would need to win their remaining matches and hope for favorable results from other games to have any chance of reaching the semifinals.
Expected Playing XIs
Sri Lanka Women (Likely XI)
Source: SportsCafe, NewsBytesApp
- Chamari Athapaththu (Captain)
- Hasini Perera
- Vishmi Gunaratne
- Harshita Samarawickrama
- Kavisha Dilhari
- Nilakshika Silva
- Anushka Sanjeewani (Wicketkeeper)
- Piumi Wathsala
- Sugandika Kumari
- Malki Madara
- Inoka Ranaweera
Bangladesh Women (Likely XI)
Source: SportsCafe, NewsBytesApp
- Rubya Haider
- Fargana Hoque
- Sharmin Akhter
- Nigar Sultana (Captain & Wicketkeeper)
- Sobhana Mostary
- Shorna Akter
- Ritu Moni
- Fahima Khatun
- Rabeya Khan
- Nishita Akter Nishi
- Fariha Trisna
Note: These are likely XIs based on recent team selections. Both teams are expected to continue with the same playing XI from their previous games. Official team sheets will be confirmed at the toss.
Pitch Report & Weather Conditions
Pitch Conditions
The DY Patil surface is expected to look a bit dry but firm, with spinners likely to gain some grip later in the day. The pitch generally favors batters, especially those who can settle in early. Fast bowlers may find some help with the new ball, but conditions should ease for batting as the match progresses.
Weather Forecast
The weather in Navi Mumbai on Monday will be hot and humid, with a slight breeze across the ground and temperatures hovering around 32 degrees Celsius. Dew is unlikely to play a big role in this game.
Players to Watch
| Role | Player | Team | Why Watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Batter | Chamari Athapaththu | Sri Lanka | The Sri Lankan captain is one run away from 4,000 ODI runs and four wickets away from 50 ODI wickets. She’ll be crucial to Sri Lanka’s hopes. |
| Batter | Fargana Hoque | Bangladesh | The experienced batter is 79 runs away from reaching 2,000 WODI runs. She provides stability at the top. |
| Batter | Sharmin Akhter | Bangladesh | The opener has scored 468 runs this year at an average of 39, making her Bangladesh’s most consistent batter. |
| Batter | Nilakshika Silva | Sri Lanka | Silva has averaged 35.2 and struck at 88.5 this year. She can adapt to any situation in the middle order. |
| Bowler | Inoka Ranaweera | Sri Lanka | Ranaweera has largely led Sri Lanka’s bowling attack with others struggling. Her spin will be key on this surface. |
| Bowler | Fahima Khatun | Bangladesh | The leg-spinner has picked up 16 wickets in just 12 games this year at an average of 24. She’ll be dangerous as the pitch dries. |
| Bowler | Nahida Akter | Bangladesh | The left-arm orthodox bowler has taken 15 wickets in 12 games while going at just 4.06 runs per over. Her control is valuable. |
Head-to-Head Record
In their last four encounters, Sri Lanka leads the rivalry with two wins, while two matches ended without results. Bangladesh hasn’t won any game in these four fixtures. However, past records may not matter much as both teams desperately need points.
What to Expect
This match could be the most important for both teams in the tournament. Sri Lanka urgently needs their first win to keep any semifinal hopes alive, while Bangladesh wants to end their four-match losing streak and revive their campaign.
Bangladesh has shown they can compete with top teams, having given South Africa and England tough battles. Their batting has produced five half-centuries, though no one has crossed 66 yet. Sri Lanka’s batting has been less consistent, with only two fifties from their batters so far.
The pitch should favor teams batting first in evening matches. Expect a competitive total around 220-240 if conditions remain favorable. Both teams have capable spinners who could be decisive in the middle overs.
Prediction: Sri Lanka will be favorites to win this match, especially with home advantage and their superior head-to-head record. However, Bangladesh’s recent competitive performances against stronger teams suggest they won’t go down easily. This should be a close contest.
Where to Watch
TV: Star Sports Network (India)
Live Streaming: JioHotstar app and website
Start Time: 3:00 PM IST