Colombo, Oct 24 (UNI) Rain forced the 25th match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 between Sri Lanka Women and Pakistan Women at the R Premadasa Stadium to end without a result here today.
Pakistan had reached 18 for no loss in 4.2 overs when play was stopped. Omaima Sohail remained unbeaten on 9 off 9 balls and Muneeba Ali was on 7 from 17 deliveries.
Sri Lanka had earlier won the toss and opted to bowl. Malki Madara conceded just 3 runs in 2.2 overs, while Sugandika Kumari gave away 15 runs in her two overs.
This marks the third rain-affected Pakistan match in the tournament, after their fixture against England was washed out and only 25 overs were possible against New Zealand.
Colombo once again played spoilsport, but groundstaff earned appreciation for their constant work over the last three weeks. This was the final match scheduled in Colombo. Pakistan remain the only side without a win in the competition.
Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu said the team has made errors in all departments in the losses to India and England, and is now focused on improving. She said senior players are guiding younger teammates and encouraged her side to play positive cricket.
Chamari added that Sri Lanka has beaten strong teams in the past year and remains close to the level of the top four sides but must cut down mistakes to compete consistently.
Pakistan captain Fatima Sana said the team’s bowling and fielding were strong, but batting shortcomings prevented them from finishing close matches. She noted that Pakistan had limited match practice before the tournament and hoped for more cricket ahead of next year’s T20 World Cup.
Calling herself still in a learning phase as one of the youngest captains, Sana said she looks to remain calm under pressure and expressed joy at the support she receives from young fans and former players.
