Tue Dec 23 15:30:00 UTC 2025: Summary:

The Indian women’s cricket team defeated Sri Lanka by 7 wickets in the second T20I in Visakhapatnam, taking a 2-0 lead in the 5-match series. India won the toss and chose to field. Sri Lanka scored 128/9 in 20 overs. India chased the target in the 12th over, with Shafali Verma scoring a blistering 69 off 34 balls. The win follows India’s 8-wicket victory in the first match.

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India Women Dominate Sri Lanka in 2nd T20I, Clinch Series Lead

Visakhapatnam: The Indian women’s cricket team continued their dominant performance against Sri Lanka, securing a convincing 7-wicket victory in the second T20 International held in Visakhapatnam on Tuesday. This win gives India a commanding 2-0 lead in the five-match series.

After winning the toss, India opted to field first. The Sri Lankan batting lineup struggled, managing to put up a total of just 128 runs for the loss of 9 wickets in their allotted 20 overs.

The Indian team responded emphatically, chasing down the target with ease in just 12 overs. Opening batter Shafali Verma was the star of the show, smashing a blistering 69 runs off just 34 balls. Verma’s aggressive innings included a flurry of boundaries and sixes, propelling India to victory.

Smriti Mandhana provided a solid start, scoring 14 runs, while Jemimah Rodrigues and captain Harmanpreet Kaur also contributed to the chase. Sri Lankan bowling struggled to contain the Indian batters, unable to build pressure and capitalise on the wickets they did take.

This victory follows India’s dominant 8-wicket win in the first T20I, showcasing their all-round strength and form. The series serves as crucial preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup.

Brief Scorecard:

  • Sri Lanka: 128/9 (20 overs)
  • India: 132/3 (12 overs)

India leads the 5-match series 2-0.

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