The stage is set for its ninth edition ICC Women’s T20 World Cupwill take place in United Arab Emirates October 3-20, 2024. Sri LankaThe women’s cricket team, currently ranked seventh in the ICC Women’s T20I rankings, will begin their campaign with a highly anticipated clash. Pakistan. Both teams are tied in the rankings, which promises an interesting start to the tournament.
Sri Lanka’s Group A woes
Sri Lanka faced stiff competition in Group A, which featured the reigning champions Australiaalso cricket powerhouses India, New Zealandand Pakistan. Australia, the most dominant team in Women’s T20 World Cup history with six titles, remains the winning team. Sri Lanka will need to be at their best to make it to the playoffs, especially against the formidable Australian and Indian sides.
Sri Lanka’s journey in the T20 World Cup
Historically, Sri Lanka’s performance in the T20 Women’s World Cup has been amazing. Among eight editions, they have never made it to the finals. Sri Lanka have won only 10 of the 31 matches played in the history of the tournament, giving them a 32.25% win rate. This record reflects the challenges they have faced, but also provides an opportunity for redemption as they aim for their first title in 2024.
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5 Sri Lankan players to watch out for in the 2024 T20 Women’s World Cup
1. Chamari Atapathu (captain)
Chamari AtapathuSri Lanka’s captain and star player is one of the best batsmen in the world. Ranked seventh in the ICC Women’s T20I batting rankings, Athapaththu has over 3,300 runs to her name and is the sixth highest run-scorer in T20I history. Left-handed with the ability to dominate bowling attacks, he is also a useful off-spinner. Athapaththu’s experience and leadership will be crucial for Sri Lanka, especially as they face tough competition in the group stages.
- T20I Matches: 139 | Run: 3,326 | Average: 25.38 | 50s: 12 | 100s: 3
- Previous World Cup (2023): 118 runs in 4 matches
2. Harshitha Samarawickrama
Harshitha SamarawickramaThe 24-year-old left-hander is one of Sri Lanka’s most promising batsmen. Known for her aggressive strokeplay and ability to maintain a high strike rate, Samarawickrama was Sri Lanka’s top scorer in the 2023 Women’s T20 World Cup. Making his debut at just 17, he has become a key player for his team and his performance at the top of the order will be crucial to Sri Lanka’s success.
- T20I Matches: 65 | Run: 1,463 | Average: 31.12 | 50s: 8
- Previous World Cup (2023): 119 runs in 4 matches
3. Nilakshika Damayanthi Silva
Mid-level mainstay, Nilakshika Silva Brings stability to Sri Lanka’s batting line-up. Silva is known for his ability to anchor shots and accelerate when needed. With his ability to find gaps and turn the strike, he is vital in building partnerships. While his T20I average doesn’t reflect his potential, Silva’s composure under pressure could be invaluable in high-stakes matches.
- T20I Matches: 97 | Run: 1,046 | Average: 17.43 | The 50s: 1
- Previous World Cup (2023): 60 runs in 4 matches
4. Kavisha Dilhari
An all-round batsman, Kavisha Dilharihis versatility with both bat and ball makes him an asset to the team. Although his performance in the last World Cup fell short of expectations, he has the ability to bounce back. Dilhari is a useful medium batter and can chip with key wickets. His contributions in both disciplines could be crucial in Sri Lanka’s campaign.
- T20I Matches: 62 | Run: 483 | Average: 14.63 | Doors: 50
- Previous World Cup (2023): 4 runs in 3 matches
5. Beautiful bride
Sugandika Kumaria left-arm orthodox bowler, he is a key player in Sri Lanka’s bowling attack. Known for his ability to bat economically and break crucial partnerships, Kumari has 58 wickets in his T20I career. His experience and ability to out-hit the batting with variations will be crucial, especially when Sri Lanka face strong batting lines like India and Australia.
- T20I Matches: 81 | Doors: 58 | Average: 27.98
- Previous World Cup (2023): 2 wickets in 4 matches
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