NZ-W vs SL-W 2025: Malki Madara, Chamari Athapathu Shine Sri Lanka’s intense victory in T20I series opener
Sri Lankan woman Command 7 wicket victory registered New Zealand women in Hagley Oval’s first T20Ichasing a meagre target of 102 runs in just 14.1 overs. Leading with a spectacular knock from the skipper Chamari Atapastu And inspired bowling performance Marki Madaravisitors dominated both divisions to get a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
Sri Lanka limits New Zealand at 101
Choosing to hit first, New Zealand struggled with a disciplined Sri Lankan bowling attack, managing just 101 runs before being bowled in 18.5 overs. No.3 Emma McLeod He was a standout performer with 44 balls to 44 balls from 46 balls in patient 44, but captain Susie Bates He got off to a lively start with 21 off-balls with 14 balls. However, the other batters managed to rest in a while, so often wickets derailed the innings.
Marki Madara claimed three wickets with just 14 runs in 3.5 overs in the Sri Lankan bowler selection. Inoshi Priyadharshani (2/25) and Kavisha Dirhari (2/18) Also, Chamari Athapaththu and Money Ugauka Each contributed to wickets to limit the hosts.
Chamari Athapathhu will lead Sri Lanka to victory
Following 102, Sri Lanka started steadily, but in charge was Captain Asapathu, who played 64 furious knocks from 48 balls, including nine balls and two six. Despite losing Vishmi Rajapaksha Gunaratne (11 off 11), Harshitha Samarawickrama (2 off 7) and Kavisha Dirhari (10 off 10) In a rapid succession, Atapastu’s offensive stroke play continued to control Sri Lanka.
and Niraxi de Silva (12 not to miss 9) No more hiccups, guaranteeing 35 balls to lead visitors to victory.
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For New Zealand, Jess Kerr The only bowler to make an impact, picking up two wickets for 18 runs in her four spells.
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Marki Madara was judged to be the player in her fantastic bowling display match.
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