SL-W vs BD-W Match Preview – The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 is set for a thrilling Asian derby as Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) take on Bangladesh Women (BD-W) at the Dr. Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy International Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam. This is a crucial match for both teams as they look to assert their dominance and secure vital points in the tournament.
Sri Lanka, led by the explosive Chamari Atapattu, will be looking to leverage their powerful batting and experienced spin attack. Bangladesh, under the astute leadership of Nigar Sultana, enters this match with a significant confidence boost, having defeated Sri Lanka in a high-scoring thriller during the tournament warm-ups just a few weeks ago. With both teams desperate for a win, this day-night encounter promises to be a hard-fought battle.
SL-W vs BD-W Match Details
| Match | Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) vs Bangladesh Women (BD-W) |
| Series | ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 |
| Venue | Dr. Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy International Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam |
| Date & Time | Monday, October 20, 2025, 03:00 PM (IST) |
| Live Telecast | JioHotstar |
SL-W vs BD-W Head-to-Head (ODI)
While Sri Lanka has historically held the upper hand in this rivalry, the gap has been closing rapidly. Bangladesh’s recent victory in the 2025 World Cup warm-up match by 1 run, where they defended 242, proves they have the mettle to beat their neighbors on the big stage.
| Format | Total Matches | Sri Lanka Women Won | Bangladesh Women Won | No Result |
| WODI | 13 | 10 | 3 | 0 |
SL-W vs BD-W Pitch Report
The surface at the Dr. Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy Stadium in Visakhapatnam has been a batting paradise during this World Cup. The pitch is flat with true bounce, allowing batters to play their strokes with confidence. High scores have been common, with this tournament already witnessing successful chases of over 300 at this venue.
Spinners are likely to find some assistance as the match progresses, with the pitch offering some grip and turn. Given the strong record of chasing teams (7 out of 8 WODIs won by the team batting second) and the potential for dew in the second innings, the captain winning the toss will almost certainly opt to bowl first. A score of 275+ will be considered competitive.
SL-W vs BD-W Weather Report
The weather forecast for Visakhapatnam on Monday is a significant concern. There is a high (65-70%) chance of thunderstorms and rain throughout the afternoon and evening. The temperature will be around 31°C, with high humidity (83%), which will be taxing for the players.
Given the high probability of interruptions, a full 50-over contest is not guaranteed, and the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method may very well come into play.
SL-W vs BD-W Probable Playing11
Sri Lanka Women (SL-W): Chamari Atapattu (c), Harshitha Samarawickrama, Vishmi Rajapaksha, Nilakshi de Silva, Anushka Sanjeewani (wk), Kavisha Dilhari, Hasini Perera, Sugandika Kumari, Inoka Ranaweera, Udeshika Prabodhani, Achini Kulasuriya
Bangladesh Women (BD-W): Fargana Hoque, Rubya-Haider Jhilik, Nigar Sultana (c, wk), Shorna Akter, Sobhana Mostary, Ritu Moni, Rabeya Khatun, Nahida Akter, Fahima Khatun, Marufa Akter, Fariha Islam
SL-W vs BD-W Match Prediction
This is an incredibly difficult match to call. On paper, Sri Lanka’s batting, spearheaded by the world-class Chamari Atapattu, looks more explosive. If she gets going on this flat track, she could take the game away from Bangladesh single-handedly.
However, Bangladesh is a disciplined and rapidly improving side. Their spin quartet of Nahida Akter, Fahima Khatun, Rabeya Khatun, and Shorna Akter could be a handful, especially in the middle overs. Their victory in the warm-up match, where they held their nerve in a tight finish, will have given them immense belief.
The match could hinge on two key factors:
The Atapattu Factor: Can Bangladesh’s bowlers dismiss the Sri Lankan captain early?
The Weather: The high chance of rain makes this a potential lottery, which could favor the team that starts stronger.
Given their recent head-to-head win and a more well-rounded spin attack, Bangladesh might just have the slight edge in a full game. However, in a rain-shortened match, the power-hitting of Atapattu could be the decisive difference. It’s a 50/50 game, but we are tipping Bangladesh Women to pull off a narrow victory in a tense encounter.
