The cricketing world turns its attention to Colombo as Sri Lanka hosts the Women’s ODI Tri-Nation Series 2025, featuring India, South Africa, and the host nation. Scheduled from April 27 to May 11, all matches will be held at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium. This series serves as a vital preparatory platform ahead of the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup later this year. Each team will face the others twice in a round-robin format, culminating in a final between the top two teams on May 11.

India, Sri Lanka and South Africa set for a thrilling Women’s ODI series

Ranked third in the ICC Women’s ODI rankings, India enter the series with a blend of experience and youth. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur leads a squad featuring stalwarts like Smriti Mandhana and Deepti Sharma, alongside emerging talents such as Kashvee Gautam. ​

The Proteas, under the leadership of Laura Wolvaardt, aim to fine-tune their strategies in subcontinental conditions. With players like Suné Luus and Ayabonga Khaka, South Africa seek to build momentum ahead of the World Cup.

Hosting their first women’s tri-nation series, Sri Lanka, captained by Chamari Athapaththu, looks to capitalize on home advantage. The team includes promising players such as Harshitha Samarawickrama and Inoka Ranaweera, aiming to make a significant impact. ​

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Complete schedule and fixture details

• 1st ODI: Sri Lanka vs India, Sunday, April 27
• 2nd ODI: India vs South Africa, Tuesday, April 29
• 3rd ODI: Sri Lanka vs South Africa, Friday, May 2
• 4th ODI: Sri Lanka vs India, Sunday, May 4
• 5th ODI: South Africa vs India, Wednesday, May 7
• 6th ODI: Sri Lanka vs South Africa, Friday, May 9
• Final: To Be Decided (TBD), Sunday, May 11

*All matches will be played at the R. Premadasa stadium in Colombo during 10:00 am IST/ 04:30 am GMT.

Broadcast and Live Streaming details:

• Sri Lanka: ThePapare 2 channel on television and ThePapare’s page on Facebook
• India: Fancode app and website
• Global: Sri Lanka Cricket’s You Tube channel
• South Africa: Super Sport

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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.