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Sri Lankan Star Nilakshi de Silva Scores Unbeaten 55 in World Cup Clash
14 Oct
Summary
- Nilakshi de Silva's rapid 55 off 28 balls powers Sri Lanka to 258/6
- Sri Lanka maintains momentum through solid partnerships and aggressive batting
- New Zealand's Sophie Devine takes 3/54 but couldn't stop Sri Lankan assault
On October 14, 2025, Sri Lanka's Nilakshi de Silva emerged as the star of the Women's World Cup match against New Zealand, scoring an unbeaten 55 off just 28 deliveries to power her team to a formidable total of 258/6.
Opting to bat first, Sri Lanka got off to a solid start with a 101-run partnership between skipper Chamari Athapaththu and Vishmi Gunaratne. Despite losing three quick wickets, Sri Lanka maintained their momentum through subsequent contributions from Hansini Perera and Harshitha Samarawickrama.
New Zealand's Sophie Devine led the bowling attack, picking up 3/54, but she couldn't stifle the Sri Lankan assault as they reached a challenging 258/6 in 50 overs. Nilakshi de Silva's rapid half-century, which included seven fours and a six, was the standout performance of the innings, showcasing her aggressive batting prowess.
The match is set to be a crucial encounter in the ongoing Women's World Cup, with both teams vying for a spot in the knockout stages. Sri Lanka will be hoping that Nilakshi de Silva's heroics can propel them to victory and a step closer to the title.
