India started their Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 campaign with a strong win, beating Sri Lanka by 59 runs (DLS method) in the opening match at Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati, on September 30.
Match summery
The opening match of the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 in Guwahati was affected by rain and reduced to 47 overs per side. India put up a solid total of 269/8, thanks to a crucial seventh-wicket stand between Amanjot Kaur (57 off 56) and Deepti Sharma (53 off 53). In reply, Sri Lanka fell short while chasing a revised target under the DLS method, getting bowled out for 211 in 45.4 overs. Deepti Sharma shone with the ball too, taking 3 wickets for 54 runs. With this 59-run win, India kicked off their home World Cup on a high note.
Key Highlights
After India’s middle order collapsed, Amanjot Kaur and Deepti Sharma rescued the team with a vital 103-run stand for the seventh wicket. Later, Sneh Rana’s quick 28 off just 15 balls gave India the push they needed to post a strong total.
Deepti Sharma shone on both fronts, scoring runs and taking wickets, which earned her the Player of the Match award. Sri Lanka showed promise with a steady second-wicket stand, but their chase was broken by India’s spinners. Despite a brilliant 4-wicket spell from Inoka Ranaweera – making her the second-oldest player to achieve such a feat in Women’s ODIs – Sri Lanka fell short.
Broadcast and Streaming
The match was shown live on Star Sports, while fans could also stream it online through the JioHotstar app and website.
India Squad
Harmanpreet Kaur (captain), Smriti Mandhana, Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Jemimah Rodrigues, Deepti Sharma, Richa Ghosh, Sneh Rana, Radha Yadav, Kranti Gaud, Renuka Singh Thakur, Sree Charani, Amanjot Kaur, Arundhati Reddy.
Sri Lanka Squad
Chamari Athapaththu (captain), Hasini Perera, Vishmi Gunarathne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshi De Silva, Anushka Sanjeewani, Imesha Dulani, Dewmi Vihanga, Piumi Wathsala, Inoka Ranaweera, Sugandika Kumari, Udeshika Prabodani, Malki Madara, Achini Kulasooriya.
Historical Significance
India continued their strong record against Sri Lanka in ODIs with this win, adding to their dominance. The tournament returned to India after 12 years, and the home conditions worked in their favor in a memorable opening match. With this victory, India has begun their campaign on a positive note, boosted by local support and confident performances.