SL-W vs PAK-W Match Prediction : 1st ODI, Pakistan Women tour of Sri Lanka, 2026

Pakistan Women begin their white-ball tour of Sri Lanka with the opening ODI of the series at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Hambantota on July 23. Both teams come into the contest in encouraging form, promising a closely fought series opener. While Pakistan have enjoyed recent success in ODI cricket, Sri Lanka's familiarity with home conditions and their well-balanced squad make them slight favourites to draw first blood.

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Sri Lanka Women vs Pakistan Women Head-to-Head Record

Pakistan Women hold the advantage in the overall ODI rivalry, leading the head-to-head record 21-11.

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SL-W vs SCO-W Team Previews

Sri Lanka Women

Sri Lanka have strengthened their squad with the return of Vishmi Gunaratne, who is expected to partner captain Chamari Athapaththu at the top of the order. Hasini Perera remains another strong opening option, giving the hosts flexibility depending on the conditions.

Experienced wicketkeeper Anushka Sanjeewani also returns to the squad, while young seamer Rashmika Sewwandi has earned a recall. Sanjeewani's presence adds stability to the middle order, while Sewwandi provides another pace option for the hosts.

Hasini Perera has been one of Sri Lanka's most reliable batters in recent ODI cricket, scoring 411 runs in her last 11 matches at an average of 37.36. Harshitha Samarawickrama has been equally consistent, accumulating 372 runs during the same period at an average of 37.20. Captain Chamari Athapaththu remains the side's biggest match-winner, capable of changing the game with both bat and ball.

Sri Lanka's bowling attack is expected to thrive on the Hambantota surface. Left-arm spinner Inoka Ranaweera has picked up 18 wickets in her last 10 matches at an average of 20.33, while Athapaththu has chipped in with 11 wickets in her last nine appearances. With plenty of spin available and conditions expected to slow down as the game progresses, the hosts look well equipped.

Sri Lanka Women Expected Playing 11

Vishmi Gunaratne, Chamari Athapaththu (c), Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshika Silva, Anushka Sanjeewani (wk), Rashmika Sewwandi, Dewmi Vihanga, Nimasha Meepage, Inoka Ranaweera

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Pakistan Women

Pakistan Women have been in impressive ODI form, winning four of their last five matches. Although three of those victories came against Zimbabwe, they were dominant throughout the series and will arrive in Sri Lanka full of confidence.

The visitors possess an in-form opening pair in Sadaf Shamas and Gull Feroza. Shamas has amassed 447 runs in her last six innings at a remarkable average of 74.50, while Feroza has scored 269 runs in her last four matches, including a superb century against Zimbabwe. Their strong starts will once again be key to Pakistan's chances.

Captain Fatima Sana leads a disciplined bowling attack that has performed consistently in recent months. She has claimed 14 wickets in her last seven ODIs and will be supported by Syeda Aroob Shah, who has taken nine wickets in her previous six matches. Pakistan also possess quality spin options in Nashra Sandhu, who could become increasingly influential as the pitch slows.

While Pakistan have plenty of quality throughout the squad, adapting quickly to Sri Lanka's spin-friendly conditions will be crucial if they are to begin the series with a victory.

Pakistan Women Expected Playing 11

Sadaf Shamas, Gull Feroza, Muneeba Ali (wk), Ayesha Zafar, Sidra Amin, Nashra Sandhu, Waheeda Akhtar, Syeda Aroob Shah, Tasmia Rubab, Fatima Sana (c), Momina Riasat

SL-W vs PAK-W Toss Prediction

Five Women's ODIs have been played at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium in Hambantota, with teams chasing winning three of those matches. The captain winning the toss is therefore likely to opt to field first.

Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

The Hambantota surface is traditionally slow and offers low bounce, making stroke-making slightly challenging early in the innings. Batters who spend time at the crease are usually rewarded, while the spinners are expected to become increasingly effective as the match progresses.

Although there is a slight chance of showers, the forecast suggests largely clear skies and warm conditions throughout the match.

SL-W vs SCO-W : Who Will Win?

Sri Lanka have been a formidable side in home conditions, where their experienced batting lineup and quality spin attack become even more dangerous. With the conditions expected to favour the hosts and Chamari Athapaththu leading a settled side, we are backing Sri Lanka Women to make a winning start to the series.

Bet on Sri Lanka Women to win this match.

SL-W vs PAK-W win percentage stands at 62% in favor of SL-W.

Todays Match Prediction: Sri Lanka Women to Win.