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Sri Lanka Battles Bangladesh in Must-Win Women's World Cup Clash
20 Oct
Summary
- Sri Lanka seeks vital victory to keep tournament hopes alive
- Bangladesh has shown strong performances, but history favors Sri Lanka
- Match takes place at DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai
On October 20, 2025, the Women's World Cup arrives in Navi Mumbai as Sri Lanka takes on Bangladesh at the DY Patil Sports Academy. Sri Lanka, currently seventh in the points table with two points from five matches, is still mathematically alive in the tournament, but their net run rate is a major concern. A big win against Bangladesh could prove to be decisive and could bring belief ahead of their final league clash against Pakistan.
Bangladesh, on the other hand, has put in a spirited campaign, starting with a memorable win over Pakistan and pushing both England and South Africa before falling short. However, they were thrashed by Australia in their last outing. The team has shown enough fight to suggest they can challenge Sri Lanka, but history is against them, with no wins against their opponent in an ODI.
The match promises an exciting contest between the two teams as Sri Lanka seeks a vital victory to keep their tournament hopes alive, while Bangladesh looks to continue its strong performances and potentially upset the co-hosts.
