India Women continued their dominant run against Sri Lanka Women, securing a comprehensive 30-run victory in the fourth T20I at the Greenfield International Stadium. A record-breaking opening partnership and disciplined bowling ensured the hosts stayed firmly in control of the five-match series.
IND-W vs SL-W 4th T20I: Match Context
The fourth T20I was a crucial outing for Sri Lanka Women, who entered the match hoping to avoid a series whitewash. India Women, already leading the series 3–0, were focused on maintaining momentum and testing combinations ahead of future international assignments.
Despite the series result already decided, the match produced high-quality cricket, particularly with the bat, as both teams displayed aggressive intent on a batting-friendly surface.
Toss Update: Sri Lanka Choose to Bowl First
Sri Lanka Women won the toss and opted to field, banking on better chasing conditions under lights. The pitch, however, offered minimal assistance to bowlers early on, and India’s batters made full use of the conditions.
The decision to bowl first allowed India to settle quickly and play with freedom, which proved decisive as the innings progressed.
India Women’s First Innings: Openers Set the Game Alight
India Women delivered one of their most dominant batting performances of the series, posting 221 for 2 in 20 overs.
Openers Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma produced a commanding partnership that dismantled the Sri Lankan bowling attack. Mandhana anchored the innings with a fluent 80 off 48 balls, combining composure with controlled aggression.
At the other end, Shafali Verma played with trademark fearlessness, scoring 79 off 46 deliveries. The pair crossed 100 runs inside the first 10 overs, giving India a strong platform to accelerate further.
With wickets in hand, India intensified the scoring at the death. Richa Ghosh struck an unbeaten 40 off 16 balls, while captain Harmanpreet Kaur chipped in with a quick cameo. The late surge pushed India past the 220-run mark, placing Sri Lanka under immense pressure.
Sri Lanka Women Run Chase: Strong Start, Tough Finish
Sri Lanka Women began the chase with positive intent, aware that an aggressive approach was required. The openers capitalised on the powerplay, keeping the run rate competitive in the early stages.
Captain Chamari Athapaththu once again stood out, scoring a well-compiled 52 off 37 balls and anchoring the innings through the middle overs. Support from the top order helped Sri Lanka maintain momentum initially.
However, India’s bowlers tightened their lines as the innings progressed. Vaishnavi Sharma delivered a key spell, finishing with 2 for 24, while the rest of the attack focused on limiting boundaries rather than chasing wickets.
Despite a spirited effort, Sri Lanka fell short, finishing on 191 for 6, unable to keep pace with the required run rate in the final overs.
Key Moments That Decided the Match
- Mandhana–Verma Opening Stand: The explosive start allowed India to control the match from the power play itself.
- Middle-Overs Pressure: India’s disciplined bowling between overs 7 and 15 slowed Sri Lanka’s chase significantly.
- Death-Overs Acceleration: Richa Ghosh’s late hitting ensured India crossed a psychologically crucial 220-run total.
Player of the Match: Smriti Mandhana
Smriti Mandhana was named Player of the Match for her match-defining knock at the top of the order. Her ability to balance aggression with control set the tone for India’s innings and laid the foundation for a commanding total.
Final Result and Series Impact
Result: India Women beat Sri Lanka Women by 30 runs
Series Status: India leads the five-match T20I series 4–0
The win further highlighted India’s batting depth and consistency on home soil. Sri Lanka showed improved intent with the bat but will need sharper execution with the ball ahead of the final match.
India will now look to complete a clean sweep, while Sri Lanka aims to finish the tour with a positive performance.
