Following an entertaining opening contest, India Women and Sri Lanka Women are set to face each other in the second T20 International of the ongoing series. With both sides already familiar with the conditions at Visakhapatnam, the upcoming encounter promises a tactical battle under lights.
The hosts will look to extend their dominance after a commanding performance in the first match, while Sri Lanka Women aim to regroup quickly and keep the series alive with a stronger showing.
Match Overview
| Match | India Women vs Sri Lanka Women, 2nd T20I |
|---|---|
| Series | Sri Lanka Women Tour of India 2025 |
| Date | Tuesday, December 23 |
| Time | 7:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam |
| Live Broadcast | JioStar Network and JioHotstar |
Pitch Report
The surface in Visakhapatnam tends to start on the slower side, assisting spinners during the early overs. As the match progresses, dew becomes a significant factor, making batting easier in the second innings. Teams bowling later often struggle with grip and control.
Considering recent trends, captains winning the toss are likely to prefer chasing, as totals become more manageable under lights.
Weather Report
The weather conditions for the evening fixture are expected to remain favorable for cricket. Skies should stay mostly clear, with no threat of rain interruptions.
| Temperature | 24°C – 27°C |
|---|---|
| Humidity | Around 65% |
| Rain Probability | Very Low |
| Dew Factor | Moderate to High |
Head-to-Head Record in T20 Internationals
| Matches Played | 27 |
|---|---|
| India Women Wins | 21 |
| Sri Lanka Women Wins | 5 |
| No Result / Tied | 1 |
Top Key Players to Watch
India Women
- Jemimah Rodrigues: In fine form with the bat, capable of anchoring chases and accelerating when required.
- Harmanpreet Kaur: A proven match-winner with leadership experience and all-round impact.
- Deepti Sharma: Offers control with the ball and reliability with the bat in middle overs.
Sri Lanka Women
- Chamari Athapaththu: The driving force of the Sri Lankan lineup, dangerous at the top.
- Harshita Samarawickrama: A technically sound batter who can stabilize the innings.
- Inoka Ranaweera: Brings experience and variation in spin-friendly conditions.
Probable Playing XIs
India Women
Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Richa Ghosh (WK), Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur, Vaishnavi Sharma, Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Goud, Shree Charani
Sri Lanka Women
Chamari Athapaththu (C), Vishmi Gunaratne, Hasini Perera, Harshita Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilshari, Nilakshi Silva, Kaushani Nuthyangana (WK), Kavya Kavindi, Malki Madara, Inoka Ranaweera, Shashini Gimhani
Dream11 Fantasy Team Prediction
| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| Wicketkeepers | Richa Ghosh |
| Batters | Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harshita Samarawickrama |
| All-rounders | Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Deepti Sharma (VC), Chamari Athapaththu |
| Bowlers | Arundhati Reddy, Inoka Ranaweera, Kranti Goud, Malki Madara |
Final Preview
India Women enter the second T20I with momentum and confidence, while Sri Lanka Women face the challenge of adapting quickly to conditions that clearly favor the hosts. With dew expected to play a role again, tactical decisions at the toss could prove decisive.
A competitive contest is on the cards as both teams look to assert control in the series.
