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The Tri-Nation Series in Sri Lanka has delivered thrilling cricketing action with India Women , South Africa Women , and Sri Lanka Women battling it out in a high-stakes ODI tournament. After an unexpected loss to Sri Lanka on Sunday, India Women will be eager to bounce back when they face South Africa Women at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo , on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 . While India remain favorites due to their superior form and head-to-head record, South Africa will look to capitalize on India’s recent slip-up and turn around their own campaign.
Match Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match No. | Match 6 (Group Stage) |
| Date & Time | May 7, 2025 |
| Venue | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, Sri Lanka |
| Teams | India Women vs South Africa Women |
| Tournament | Tri-Nation Series 2025 |
| Live Broadcast | DD Sports / Willow TV / Cricbuzz Live |
| Weather Forecast | Humid, cloudy skies, scattered showers expected |
Team Previews
India Women Preview
Despite being firm favorites coming into this Tri-Nation Series, India Women faced a surprising defeat against Sri Lanka Women on Sunday after posting 275 runs batting first. Their top order failed collectively, with all batters between positions 1–5 scoring between 18 and 37. However, Richa Ghosh showed resilience with a gritty 58 off 48 balls, and Sneh Rana stood out with figures of 3/45. The bowling unit still looks strong, with Kashvee Gautam proving effective in tight spells (23/5 overs).
India’s batting depth and experience should serve them well against a struggling South African side. If Smriti Mandhana , Harmanpreet Kaur , and Jemimah Rodrigues can fire together, India can post another competitive total. With spin-friendly conditions in Colombo, Sneh Rana and Deepti Sharma could play pivotal roles. A focused performance from the Indian side should see them return to winning ways.
South Africa Women Preview
South Africa Women have had a disappointing campaign so far in Colombo. They suffered a 15-run defeat to India and followed that up with a five-wicket loss to Sri Lanka , leaving them winless in three matches. Their batting has been inconsistent, especially at the top, where only Laura Wolvaardt has shown promise with starts of 43 and 10. Lower-order contributions from Annerie Dercksen (61 not out) and Chloe Tryon (35) kept them competitive in their last match but were not enough to secure victory.
In bowling, Nonkululeko Mlaba remains their most potent weapon with pace and swing, taking 2/44 in the previous game. She’ll need support from Nadine de Klerk and Masabata Klaas to trouble the Indian batters. With both teams looking to rebound from losses, South Africa must find consistency in batting and tighter bowling lines if they are to stay relevant in the series. The challenge is tough, but not impossible.
Favourite Team to Win Today’s Match
| Team | Why? |
|---|---|
| India Women | India remains the stronger team across both departments. Despite a recent loss, their batting depth, experienced spinners, and better adaptation to subcontinental conditions make them clear favorites. South Africa has struggled for rhythm and consistency, making it hard to bet against a motivated Indian side looking to regain momentum. |
Fantasy Team XI
| Player | Role | Team |
|---|---|---|
| Smriti Mandhana | Batter | IND-W |
| Laura Wolvaardt | Batter | RSAW |
| Jemimah Rodrigues | Batter | IND-W |
| Annerie Dercksen | Batter | RSAW |
| Sneh Rana | All-Rounder | IND-W |
| Deepti Sharma | All-Rounder | IND-W |
| Nonkululeko Mlaba | Bowler | RSAW |
| Kashvee Gautam | Bowler | IND-W |
| Nadine de Klerk | Bowler | RSAW |
| Masabata Klaas | Bowler | RSAW |
| Richa Ghosh (wk/c) | Batter/Wicket-Keeper | IND-W |
Explanation:
This fantasy XI balances key run-scorers and wicket-taking bowlers. Focus is on players who have performed consistently in the tournament — especially Sneh Rana , Smriti Mandhana , and Nonkululeko Mlaba . Wicket-keeper Richa Ghosh offers both batting stability and leadership potential as captain or vice-captain.
Captain & Vice-Captain Suggestions
| Role | Player | Team | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Captain | Richa Ghosh | India Women | Reliable middle-order batter; potential for big scores in spin-friendly conditions |
| Vice-Captain | Nonkululeko Mlaba | South Africa Women | Key bowler with wicket-taking ability; economical and impactful |
Players to Avoid in Fantasy Teams
| Player | Team | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Arundhati Reddy | India Women | Struggling with control and impact recently |
| Tazmin Brits | South Africa Women | Inconsistent returns and low impact in recent matches |
Squad Lists
India Women Squad (Full List):
Smriti Mandhana, Harmanpreet Kaur (c), Jemimah Rodrigues, Pratika Rawal, Richa Ghosh (wk), Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, Shafali Verma, Kashvee Gautam, Arundhati Reddy, Pooja Vastrakar, Rajeshwari Gayakwad, Yastika Bhatia
South Africa Women Squad (Full List):
Laura Wolvaardt (c), Tazmin Brits, Lara Goodall, Karabo Meso (wk), Sune Luus, Chloe Tryon, Annerie Dercksen, Nadine de Klerk, Masabata Klaas, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Ayabonga Khaka, Trisha Chetty, Delmi Tucker
Probable Playing XI
India Women (PPI):
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Smriti Mandhana | Opener |
| Shafali Verma | Opener |
| Jemimah Rodrigues | Batter |
| Harmanpreet Kaur (c) | Batter |
| Richa Ghosh (wk) | Wicket-Keeper |
| Deepti Sharma | All-Rounder |
| Sneh Rana | All-Rounder |
| Kashvee Gautam | Spinner |
| Arundhati Reddy | Pacer |
| Pooja Vastrakar | Pacer |
| Rajeshwari Gayakwad | Spinner |
South Africa Women (PPI):
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Laura Wolvaardt (c) | Opener |
| Tazmin Brits | Opener |
| Lara Goodall | Batter |
| Karabo Meso (wk) | Wicket-Keeper |
| Annerie Dercksen | Batter |
| Chloe Tryon | All-Rounder |
| Sune Luus | All-Rounder |
| Nadine de Klerk | All-Rounder |
| Nonkululeko Mlaba | Pacer |
| Masabata Klaas | Pacer |
| Ayabonga Khaka | Pacer |
Pitch Report – R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
The pitch at R. Premadasa Stadium is spin-friendly , offering turn and bounce from the middle overs onwards. Pacers may get some early movement due to overcast conditions, but spinners will dominate in the second half of the innings. The average first-innings score is around 280–290 , with dew playing no major role in ODIs. Batting second might be slightly easier under lights, but captains may still prefer to chase due to deteriorating weather conditions later in the day.
Toss Prediction
Prediction: India Women to win the toss
Decision: Likely to bat first , aiming to set a strong target and avoid rain interruptions.
Winner Prediction
While both teams come into this match after defeats, India Women hold a significant edge in terms of form, depth, and experience. South Africa needs a turnaround in batting and bowling to stand a chance. However, with the pressure mounting, a determined Indian side is expected to come out on top.
Predicted Winner: India Women
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