The 15th match of the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 will see Sri Lanka Women take on New Zealand Women, marking a key matchup on October 14, 2025, at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. Both teams are looking to get important wins as they move through the tournament, and we expect fans and fantasy players alike to enjoy some exciting cricket. This article covers a complete match preview, H2H stats, probable lineups, key players, pitch report, and fantasy tips for those playing on Dream11.
Match Details: SA-W vs NZ-W, 15th Match
- Match: Sri Lanka Women vs New Zealand Women, 15th Match
- Date: October 14, 2025
- Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
- Tournament: Women’s ODI World Cup 2025
- Time: 3:00 PM IST Local
The stunning R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo has always produced exciting contests and is a perfect location for this crucial match. Fantasy players take note of the pitch conditions to make the best possible Dream11 Team.
Venue Overview: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
R. Premadasa Stadium is one of Sri Lanka’s top cricket venues, known for its atmosphere and batting friendliness.
- Capacity: 35,000
- Pitch Type: Balanced pitch with batters enjoying stroke play early, with spinners being effective in the middle overs
- In Women’s ODIs, Average 1st Innings Score: 240-260 runs
The quick outfield favours stroke play, combined with the occasional slow patch, to make spin effective in the back half of the innings. This is an ideal venue for fantasy cricket and emphasizes
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Head-to-Head Stats: SL vs NZ Women
New Zealand Women have historically been the superior side in the H2H stats, but Sri Lanka Women have had some stunning wins at home.
| Category | New Zealand Women (NZ-W) | Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) |
| Wins Batting 1st | 5 | – |
| Wins Chasing | 7 | 1 |
| Highest Total | 188/3 | 143/0 |
| Lowest Total | 114/7 | 60 |
| Highest Successful Chase | 135 | 143 |
| Lowest Total Defended | 114 | – |
| Most Runs | Suzie Bates (489) | Chamari Athapaththu (297) |
| Highest Individual Score | Sophie Devine (75*) | Chamari Athapaththu (80*) |
| Most Sixes | Sophie Devine (11) | Chamari Athapaththu (5) |
| Most Wickets | Lea Tahuhu (11) | Inoka Ranaweera (12) |
| Best Bowling Figures | Lea Tahuhu (4/21) | Chamani Senevir |
Head-to-Head of SL-W vs NZ-W in ODI
| Category | New Zealand | Sri Lanka |
| Matches | 108 | 108 |
| Won | 54 | 44 |
| Lost | 44 | 54 |
| No Result | 9 | 9 |
| Tied | 1 | 1 |
| Home Won | 32 | 19 |
| Away Won | 6 | 13 |
| Neutral Won | 16 | 12 |
Head-to-Head in SL-W vs NZ-W in T20
| Category | New Zealand | Sri Lanka |
| Matches | 28 | 28 |
| Won | 16 | 11 |
| Lost | 11 | 16 |
| No Result | 1 | 1 |
| Tied | 0 | 0 |
| Home Won | 8 | 4 |
| Away Won | 5 | 3 |
| Neutral Won | 3 | 4 |
The H2H stats show a distinct edge for New Zealand Women. However, conditions in Colombo may place the Sri Lankan women at an advantage.
Team Form & Recent Results: SL-W vs NZ-W
Sri Lanka Women:
The hosts have had a stronger performance recently, thanks to Chamari Athapaththu and Harshitha Madavi. The spin-bowling department, led by Sugandika Kumari and Rashmi Silva, will be key to keeping New Zealand’s batting department under control.
New Zealand Women:
The White Ferns have been consistent at the tournament so far, with Suzie Bates and Amelia Kerr leading the batting statistics. New Zealand’s fast bowling department, led by Lea Tahuhu, will provide early
Predicted Playing XI: SL-W vs NZ-W
Sri Lanka Women Predicted XI
- Chamari Athapaththu (c)
- Nilakshi de Silva
- Harshitha Madavi
- Oshadi Ranasinghe
- Sugandika Kumari
- Rashmi Silva
- Shashikala Siriwardene
- Inoka Ranaweera
- Achini Kulasuriya
- Hasini Perera
- Kavisha Dilhari (wk)
New Zealand Women’s Predicted XI
- Suzie Bates
- Maddy Green
- Amelia Kerr
- Katey Martin (wk)
- Sophie Devine
- Lea Tahuhu
- Hannah Rowe
- Lauren Down
- Rosemary Mair
- Jess Kerr
- Jess Watkin
Key Players to Watch: SL-W vs NZ-W
Sri Lanka Women
- Chamari Athapaththu: Captain and anchor of batting lineup
- Sugandika Kumari: Spin threat during the middle overs
- Rashmi Silva: All-around cricketer who can change the course of a match
New Zealand Women
- Suzie Bates: A seasoned top-order batter
- Amelia Kerr: An all-round cricketer who scores the runs and can also bowl economically
- Lea Tahuhu: An important fast bowler to take wickets early
Pitch & Weather Report: SL vs NZ
The pitch at the Premadasa Stadium will assist batters early, and the spinners will get the advantage during the middle overs, while there could be some assistance from the dew in the evening if batting second.
- Weather Report – Clear blue skies, 30 degrees Celsius, and some humidity.
- Indibet’s Fantasy Point: Make sure you have top-order batters
Match Prediction & Analysis: SL vs NZ
Based on head-to-head records and recent form, New Zealand Women are likely to be the favorites. However, the Sri Lankan women may take advantage of conditions and spin bowling to surprise New Zealand. Expect a closely contested match with the toss playing an important role.
- Indibet’s Predicted winner: New Zealand Women
- Dream11 Strategy: Take a balanced approach to your team by selecting some top order batters, one influential all-rounder, and an effective spinner. Select the captain and vice-captain players wisely for maximum points.
Fantasy Cricket & Dream11 Tips
- Wicketkeepers: Kavisha Dilhari, Katey Martin
- Batters: Chamari Athapaththu (C), Suzie Bates, Amelia Kerr (VC)
- All-rounders: Rashmi Silva, Amelia Kerr, Sugandika Kumari
- Bowlers: Lea Tahuhu, Inoka Ranaweera, Rashmi Silva
Conclusion
In their 15th match in the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, Sri Lanka Women face New Zealand Women at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. If you’re a cricket fan, or even if you’re not as familiar with the format, there will be plenty of excitement for you to enjoy with this match. Sri Lanka Women and New Zealand Women both have strong squads with key players to watch, meaning we can confidently predict that this will be a close contest.
Now that you have the expert knowledge presented through the best cricket platform’s Dream11 prediction, key players, and fantasy cricket tips sections, you can set your own competitive fantasy cricket team at Indibet and enjoy the action of the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup clash.
FAQs: SL-W vs NZ-W
1. What is the head-to-head record of Sri Lanka Women vs New Zealand Women?
Historically, New Zealand Women lead Sri Lanka Women with 10 wins out of 14 matches.
2. What will be the predicted teams or lineups in the 15th Match?
Sri Lanka Women: Athapaththu, Madavi, Kumari, Silva, Ranaweera.
New Zealand Women: Bates, Kerr, Tahuhu, Devine, Martin.
3. What is the pitch report at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo?
The pitch is balanced. The batters will benefit from the early outset of the match, while spinners will benefit later on in the match.
4. Who are the key players to watch out for?
Chamari Athapaththu, Sugandika Kumari, Suzie Bates, Amelia Kerr.
5. When will the match be played, and where is it being played?
October 14, 2025, at R. Premadasa Stadium (Colombo).
6. Who will win the 15th match?
New Zealand Women will come in as the clear favourite to win the match. However, Sri Lankan Women may change the outcome in their favour if they.
