India, South Africa, and Sri Lanka will participate in a Women’s ODI tri-series from April 27 to May 11. This series, added to the calendar for World Cup 2025 preparations, features a double round-robin format with seven matches, including a final. All matches will be held at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced a Women’s ODI tri-series involving India, South Africa, and Sri Lanka. This event will serve as an additional preparation phase for the upcoming ODI World Cup scheduled for October 2025 in India, having been incorporated into the calendar unexpectedly.
The tri-series will employ a double round-robin format, where each team competes against one another twice, culminating in a total of seven matches, including a final. The series will kick off on April 27 and conclude with the final match on May 11 between the top two teams.
The reigning Asia Cup champions, Sri Lanka, recently defeated India to secure their title and are in New Zealand on tour for a white-ball series. Most Indian players are currently participating in the Women’s Premier League, while some South African players are also in India for this tournament.
During the last ODI World Cup, India faced a disappointing exit in the group stages after losing to South Africa. In contrast, South Africa advanced to the semifinals, ultimately losing to England.
The scheduled matches for the tri-series are as follows: April 27 features Sri Lanka against India; on April 29, India will compete with South Africa; followed by Sri Lanka vs. South Africa on May 1. Additional fixtures include Sri Lanka against India on May 4 and India vs. South Africa on May 6. The last group match before the final will take place between Sri Lanka and South Africa on May 8. All matches will be hosted at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.
The Women’s ODI tri-series featuring India, South Africa, and Sri Lanka is a strategic move to prepare these teams for the 2025 ODI World Cup. With a double round-robin format ensuring sufficient competition, this series will also allow players to gain valuable experience ahead of the World Cup. The schedule is packed with critical matches leading up to the final, poised to provide intense competition.
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