PAK-W vs SL-W Match 25 Results

3:06 PM IST Before the skies turned traitor, we did have a short burst of cricket - just 4.2 overs to be exact! Pakistan managed 18 for no loss, with Muneeba Ali on 7 and Omaima Sohail on 9. There was intent, there was energy, but not enough overs. Sri Lanka’s new-ball pair - Malki Madara and Sugandika Kumari - bowled tight lines, keeping the batters watchful early on. The Powerplay was supposed to be seven overs - a shortened one in a rescheduled 34-overs contest, but the clouds had other plans. The game of hide-and-seek continued for hours, with blue sheets going on and off, the super soppers working overtime, and the crowd waiting patiently for a miracle that never arrived. In the end, even the best efforts of the ground staff couldn’t outplay Mother Nature.

3:01 PM IST Pakistan Women's Captain, Fatima Sana, reflects on their ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 campaign, highlighting strengths in bowling and fielding while acknowledging batting shortcomings. As one of the youngest captains in the tournament, she gained valuable experience, though she wishes that the ICC had arranged more venues to mitigate weather disruptions. With the T20 World Cup looming, Sana emphasises the need for more cricket to prepare, awaiting the Pakistan Cricket Board's plans for the upcoming series and training camps.

3:00 PM IST So, we move on! The next clash, and what a blockbuster it promises to be, sees Australia Women take on South Africa Women in Indore on Saturday, 25th October, in Match no. 26th of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. Two powerhouses, one grand stage, and all to play for that first spot of the points table. The first ball will be bowled at 9.30 am GMT, but join us early for the pre-match build-up and analysis. Until then, breathe and smile! TAKE CARE! CIAO!

2:57 PM IST The skipper of Sri Lanka Women, Chamari Athapaththu, says that she tries to control what she can control, and while the expectations were high coming into the World Cup, things just didn’t go their way in the first few games. Admits they made too many mistakes across departments - batting, bowling, and fielding - but insists that the focus now is on learning and moving forward. Talking about the team’s blend of youth and experience, Chamari says that the senior players guide the youngsters, and as captain, she encourages everyone to play positive and fearless cricket. Points out that Sri Lanka’s domestic structure is improving, with players now getting more game time back home, which will help them get stronger collectively. On where Sri Lanka stands compared to the top sides, she says they’ve beaten teams like England, South Africa, and New Zealand in recent months, proving they are not far behind. However, Chamari emphasises the need to improve their batting and reduce mistakes, adding that patience and consistency are key if they want to compete regularly with the best. When asked about her future, she says that she still has a few more years left in her and wants to help build the next generation of Sri Lankan cricket. Signs off by saying these have been tough conditions, with rain and lights playing a part, but the team remains hopeful and determined to end on a strong note.

2:57 PM IST OKAY, THE INEVITABLE IS HERE - MATCH HAS BEEN ABANDONED! And just like that… the handshakes say it all. The inevitable has happened in Colombo - the 5th time in this tournament, and the rain has won. Again. The umpires had their final inspection, both captains had a word, and the verdict was simple - no more play possible. The match between Pakistan Women and Sri Lanka Women has been officially abandoned due to wet ground conditions. What began as a day full of hope, with covers peeling off and the crowd cheering for a start, ended with drenched spirits and soggy outfields. Both teams walk away sharing points - both heartbroken.

2:52 PM IST Time to hear from both skippers now...