Sat Mar 15 22:00:00 UTC 2025: ## New Zealand Women Dominate Early in Second T20I Against Sri Lanka

**Christchurch, New Zealand** – New Zealand Women made a strong start in the second T20I against Sri Lanka Women at Hagley Oval in Christchurch. Early wickets and tight bowling put the pressure on the Sri Lankan batting line-up.

While Sri Lankan opener Chamari Athapaththu showed some resistance, scoring 22 runs before being dismissed, the New Zealand bowlers maintained control. Bree Illing was the pick of the bowlers, taking two wickets and conceding only 18 runs. Other key contributors included Jess Kerr and Eden Carson.

Manudi Nanayakkara and Nilakshika Silva provided some early support for Sri Lanka, but the New Zealand bowling attack proved too strong.

The match, part of the Sri Lanka Women’s tour of New Zealand in 2025, started at 2:45 AM on March 16th. Live updates will continue to provide further details on the match’s outcome.

Read More