SL-W vs PAK-W 2nd ODI Prediction: Pitch Report, C & VC, Expert Analysis

Sri Lanka Women’s team will take on Pakistan Women’s team in the second ODI of the three-match series on 25 July 2026. The match will be played at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium, Hambantota. After the opening ODI, both teams will be eager to gain an advantage in the ICC Women’s Championship points race. The match will be played at the same venue where traditionally the bowlers are helped early and then the batting becomes easier. Here is CricBites’ complete match prediction, pitch report, fantasy cricket tips, captain and vice-captain picks and expert analysis.

SL-W vs PAK-W 2nd ODI Match Details

Match timing and venue are as per the official tour schedule.

SL-W vs PAK-W Pitch Report

The Hambantota surface usually offers a balanced contest in women’s ODIs. Fast bowlers can expect to see some movement with the new ball during the opening overs. Whereas, spinners become more effective as the match progresses.

Batsmen who spend time at the crease are often rewarded. This makes partnerships important. Teams that win the toss may choose to bat first and put runs on the board. They will allow their spinners to take advantage of the poor pitch in the second innings.

Pitch Summary

SL-W vs PAK-W Probable Playing XIs

Sri Lanka Women

• Chamari Athapaththu (C)
• Vishmi Gunaratne
• Hasini Perera
• Harshitha Samarawickrama
• Kavisha Dilhari
• Nilakshi de Silva
• Anushka Sanjeewani (WK)
• Sugandika Kumari
• Inoshi Priyadharshani
• Achini Kulasuriya
• Malki Madara

Pakistan Women

• Gull Feroza (WK)
• Ayesha Zafar
• Sidra Amin
• Aliya Riaz
• Omaima Sohail
• Fatima Sana (C)
• Nida Dar
• Nashra Sandhu
• Sadia Iqbal
• Diana Baig
• Tuba Hassan

Playing XIs are based on recent squad combinations and may change after the toss.

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SL-W vs PAK-W Head-to-Head Record

Sri Lanka have historically enjoyed the upper hand in this rivalry. Especially in home conditions where their spin attack has consistently troubled Pakistan.

Fantasy Cricket Tips

Captain (C) Choices

• Chamari Athapaththu – The Sri Lankan skipper stays as safest captaincy option due to her ability to contribute with both bat and ball.
• Fatima Sana – Pakistan’s captain is a genuine all-rounder capable of picking wickets and scoring valuable runs.

Vice-Captain (VC) Choices

• Harshitha Samarawickrama
• Kavisha Dilhari
• Sidra Amin
• Nida Dar

Players to Watch

Sri Lanka Women

• Chamari Athapaththu
• Harshitha Samarawickrama
• Kavisha Dilhari

Pakistan Women

• Fatima Sana
• Sidra Amin
• Nashra Sandhu

Cricbites Expert Analysis

Sri Lanka will play as an opening team, as they are familiar with the Hambantota conditions and strong spin attack. Chamari Athapathu’s leadership and all-round performance give the hosts a significant advantage. While, Harshita Samarawickrama brings stability to the middle order.

However, Pakistan has enough experience through players like Fatima Sana, Nida Dar and Sidra Amin to challenge the hosts. Their chances will depend on taking wickets early and restricting Sri Lanka to below 240. If Sri Lanka’s top order uses the new ball, they are likely to take control of the match. Pakistan need a disciplined bowling effort and meaningful contributions from their senior batsmen to level the series.

SL-W vs PAK-W Match Prediction

Sri Lanka Women appear to have the stronger overall combination heading into the second ODI. Their batting lineup, spin attack, and home record make them secure another win.

Prediction: Sri Lanka Women to win the 2nd ODI.

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