SL-W vs PAK-W Match Prediction : 3rd ODI, Pakistan Women tour of Sri Lanka, 2026

Sri Lanka Women produced an outstanding all-round performance in the second ODI to level the series 1-1 after defeating Pakistan Women by eight wickets. The decider will be played at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Hambantota on July 28, 2026. With the series on the line, both teams will be eager to produce one final strong performance in what promises to be an exciting contest.

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

These two teams have met 34 times in Women's ODIs. Pakistan Women still lead the overall head-to-head record with 22 wins, while Sri Lanka Women have won 12 matches.

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SL-W vs SCO-W Team Previews

Sri Lanka Women

Sri Lanka Women head into the series decider with renewed confidence after a dominant display in the second ODI. Their comprehensive eight-wicket victory not only levelled the series but also highlighted the depth and balance within the squad.

Although Pakistan posted 273/5 after choosing to bat first, Sri Lanka's bowlers did an excellent job of preventing the visitors from accelerating during the closing overs. Chethana Vimukthi delivered an economical spell, while Chamari Athapaththu, Inoka Ranaweera, and Kavisha Dilhari chipped in with timely wickets.

The batting unit then produced one of its finest performances in recent times. Vishmi Gunaratne and Harshitha Samarawickrama both scored magnificent centuries to guide Sri Lanka comfortably to the target. Hasini Perera has also been in impressive touch, scoring 349 runs in her last ten ODIs at an average of 43.63 and a strike rate of 69.38.

Inoka Ranaweera continues to lead the bowling attack with 13 wickets from her last nine matches, while captain Chamari Athapaththu has contributed 12 wickets in her previous eight appearances.

Sri Lanka Women Expected Playing 11

Vishmi Gunaratne, Chamari Athapaththu (c), Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshika Silva, Anushka Sanjeewani †, Chethana Vimukthi, Dewmi Vihanga, Nimasha Meepage, Inoka Ranaweera.

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Pakistan Women

Pakistan Women saw their five-match winning streak in ODI cricket come to an end after a disappointing performance in the second match of the series. Despite posting a competitive total, they were unable to contain Sri Lanka's batters during the chase.

Sidra Amin led the batting effort with a superb century, while Ayesha Zafar and Muneeba Ali made useful contributions. Gull Feroza and captain Fatima Sana also chipped in with valuable runs, but Pakistan were unable to capitalise fully during the final overs and fell short of a truly imposing total.

The bowling attack struggled to make early breakthroughs during Sri Lanka's chase. Fatima Sana and Umm-e-Hani bowled disciplined spells, but the rest of the attack failed to apply sustained pressure against the in-form Sri Lankan batters.

Sadaf Shamas remains Pakistan's most consistent batter, having scored 479 runs in her last eight ODIs at an average of 59.88 and a strike rate of 90.54. Sidra Amin has also enjoyed an excellent run, accumulating 414 runs in her last nine matches at an average of 69.

Nashra Sandhu continues to spearhead the bowling attack with 13 wickets in her last seven ODIs, while captain Fatima Sana has claimed 12 wickets in her previous eight appearances.

Pakistan Women Expected Playing 11

Sadaf Shamas, Gull Feroza, Muneeba Ali†, Ayesha Zafar, Sidra Amin, Nashra Sandhu, Waheeda Akhtar, Syeda Aroob Shah, Tasmia Rubab, Fatima Sana (c), Umm-e-Hani.

SL-W vs PAK-W Toss Prediction

The Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium has hosted seven Women's ODIs, with teams chasing successfully winning five of those matches. The captain winning the toss is therefore likely to opt to field first.

Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

The surface at Hambantota is expected to remain slow and offer increasing assistance to the spinners as the match progresses. While the batters should enjoy favourable conditions once they settle in, stroke-making early in the innings may not be straightforward. Fast bowlers are unlikely to receive much assistance from the pitch, making spin bowling a key factor once again.

Warm and sunny conditions are expected throughout the match.

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

The series is beautifully poised at 1-1 after Sri Lanka's emphatic victory in the second ODI. That performance has shifted the momentum firmly in the hosts' favour, with both the batting and bowling units delivering complete performances.

Pakistan undoubtedly possess the quality to bounce back, particularly through their experienced top order, but Sri Lanka will take plenty of confidence from their dominant chase and home advantage.

We expect another closely fought contest, but the hosts appear better placed to finish the job and claim 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.