Keywords: ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, India vs Sri Lanka, women’s cricket, T20 match preview, group stage, Smriti Mandhana, Chamari Athapaththu, cricket news.
India will meet Sri Lanka on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at 2:00 PM UTC. India looks to capitalize on their momentum after defeating Pakistan, while Sri Lanka fights to avoid elimination after two straight losses. A win here is crucial for both teams’ semi-final aspirations.
India: Gaining Momentum
India, under Smriti Mandhana’s leadership (if Harmanpreet Kaur is still injured), is riding high after a crucial win against Pakistan. Their bowling attack, led by Deepti Sharma and Renuka Singh, will be key to stifling Sri Lanka’s struggling lineup. This match is crucial for India to maintain their push for the top spots in Group A.
Sri Lanka: Fighting to Stay Alive
Sri Lanka, led by Chamari Athapaththu, has had a rough tournament so far, with two losses and batting woes that leave them vulnerable. Their spinners, led by Inoka Ranaweera, will need to step up if they want to contain India’s dynamic batting order. A win is essential for Sri Lanka to stay in contention for the next round.
Head-to-Head
India has dominated Sri Lanka in T20Is, but the memory of Sri Lanka’s Asia Cup triumph earlier this year adds a layer of unpredictability to this clash.
