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Summary:

India has dominated the first two T20I matches against Sri Lanka, securing comprehensive wins. Their strong batting lineup and disciplined bowling attack have proven too much for the Sri Lankan team. Sri Lanka, in a period of transition with several new players, has struggled with both batting intent and extracting assistance from the pitches. India, meanwhile, is experimenting with new players like Vaishnavi Sharma, while established players like Jemimah Rodrigues are in good form. The third T20I shifts to Thiruvananthapuram, where India aims to seal the series. Deepti Sharma is fit, but Jemimah Rodrigues is resting. Key stats highlight Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma’s prolific partnership and Deepti Sharma’s potential milestones.

News Article:

India Eyes Series Win as T20I Action Moves to Thiruvananthapuram

Thiruvananthapuram, India – The Indian women’s cricket team is riding high after securing two decisive victories against Sri Lanka in the opening matches of their five-T20I series. The series now moves to the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram, where India will look to clinch the series victory.

India has displayed dominance across both batting and bowling departments. In the second T20I, the team’s top order once again expertly chased a modest target set by a ruthless bowling unit. Emerging talents like Vaishnavi Sharma have impressed, while Jemimah Rodrigues has found a new gear in her T20 batting, contributing significantly to India’s success.

Sri Lanka, on the other hand, is struggling. Their batting lineup is failing to build substantial scores, and their bowlers have struggled to make an impact in these conditions. The team is currently in a transitional phase, with several new faces being given opportunities ahead of the next T20 World Cup.

India has a probable lineup of Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (capt), Richa Ghosh (wk), Sneh Rana/ Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Gaud, Vaishnavi Sharma, N Shree Charani. While Deepti Sharma is fit, Jemimah Rodrigues will rest for this match due to physio concerns.

The Greenfield International Stadium has hosted several men’s T20Is and is expected to provide a competitive surface. India will aim to capitalize on their current momentum and secure a series-clinching win.

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