IND-W vs SL-W: Smriti Mandhana shines, Rana spins magic as India crush Sri Lanka by 97 runs to win Tri-Nation Series

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IND-W vs SL-W: India Women stormed to a triumphant finish in the final of the Sri Lanka Women's Tri-Nation Series 2025, crushing the hosts by a commanding 97 runs at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo.

A dazzling century by Smriti Mandhana and an all-round bowling masterclass from Sneh Rana, who was later crowned Player of the Series, powered India to a dominant title win.

Opting to bat first after winning the toss, India piled on a daunting 342 for 7 in their 50 overs - a total that ultimately proved well out of reach for Sri Lanka Women, who were bundled out for 245 in 48.2 overs.

Match Highlights: India Women vs Sri Lanka Women – Tri-Nation Series Final 2025

Venue: R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo

Date: 11 May 2025

Result: India Women won by 97 runs

Player of the Match: Smriti Mandhana (116 off 101)

Player of the Series: Sneh Rana (4/38 in Final)

India Women Innings – 342/7 (50 Overs)

• Smriti Mandhana starred with a brilliant 116 (101 balls, 15x4s, 1x6)
• Solid contributions from Harleen Deol (47), Harmanpreet Kaur (41), and Jemimah Rodrigues (44)
• Late cameos from Amanjot Kaur (18) and Deepti Sharma (20)* pushed the score past 340
• Sri Lanka's Sugandika Kumari and Dewmi Vihanga took two wickets each

Sri Lanka Women Innings – 245 all out (48.2 Overs)

• Chamari Athapaththu top-scored with a fluent 51
• Nilakshi de Silva (48) and Dewmi Vihanga (46) offered middle-order resistance
• India's Sneh Rana ripped through the line-up with figures of 4/38
• Amanjot Kaur impressed with 3/54, including two early strikes
• Sharp fielding and disciplined bowling sealed the game for India

Key Moments

• Mandhana’s century laid a strong foundation
• Rana’s spell dismantled the Sri Lankan middle order
• Two crucial run-outs and tight bowling sealed the deal

Mandhana Lights Up Colombo

Smriti Mandhana was in her majestic best, lighting up the Colombo skies with an elegant 116 off 101 balls. The left-hander, known for her silken drives and authoritative stroke play, was in full flow, striking 15 boundaries and a maximum during her stay at the crease.

She shared a brisk 120-run stand with Harleen Deol (47 off 56) after the early departure of Pratika Rawal, who fell for 30. The Indian innings gained momentum with contributions from across the order — Harmanpreet Kaur (41), Jemimah Rodrigues (44), and Richa Ghosh (8-ball 8) all played their part as the visitors surged past the 300-mark with ease.

The final flourish came from Deepti Sharma (20 not out) and Amanjot Kaur (18), who propelled India to an imposing total despite some late breakthroughs by Sri Lanka’s bowlers. Dewmi Vihanga (2 for 69) and Sugandika Kumari (2 for 59) were the pick among the Sri Lankan attack.

Sri Lanka Falter Despite Early Resistance

In reply, Sri Lanka got off to a rocky start, losing Hasini Perera for a duck in just the third ball of the innings. Though skipper Chamari Athapaththu attempted to rally the innings with a typically belligerent 51 off 66 balls, wickets tumbled at regular intervals, halting any serious momentum.

The middle order showed flashes of resistance — Nilakshi de Silva chipped in with 48, and Dewmi Vihanga added a gritty 46 — but it was never enough to threaten the mounting scoreboard pressure.

Amanjot Kaur’s early double strike knocked the wind out of the Lankan top-order. Her final figures of 3 for 54 included the key wickets of Vishmi Gunaratne and Harshitha Samarawickrama. Sneh Rana, continuing her scintillating form from earlier in the series, weaved her magic once again. Her spell of 4 for 38 broke the Lankan back, turning what was an uphill task into an impossible one.

Clinical in All Departments

While the Indian batting was clinical, it was the bowling unit that truly sealed the deal. Rana and Amanjot led the assault, with solid support from Shree Charani (1 for 55) and Deepti Sharma, who was miserly with 1 for 43 in her full quota. Even part-time options like Pratika Rawal helped keep things tight, with an economy under four.

India’s fielding also stood out. Richa Ghosh was sharp behind the stumps, and Smriti Mandhana effected a smart run-out to send Sugandika Kumari packing late in the innings. The energy and intent shown in the field underscored a team playing at its confident best.

Sri Lanka’s chase petered out in the 49th over when Anushka Sanjeewani became the final wicket, caught by Amanjot off Rana. From the moment India posted 342, the match always looked tilted in their favour — and the bowlers ensured it stayed that way.

A Statement Victory

This emphatic victory is more than just a series win; it’s a statement of intent from India Women as they gear up for a packed international calendar. Under the leadership of Harmanpreet Kaur, the team is blending experience with youthful exuberance — and the results are beginning to show.

As the dust settles in Colombo, India can take great pride in their clinical performance — one that not only earned them silverware but also sent a strong signal to the rest of the cricketing world.