Captain Chamari Athapaththu’s explosive start and Nilakshika Silva’s composed unbeaten finish led Sri Lanka to their highest successful chase in ICC Women’s T20 World Cup history, defeating Scotland by three wickets with one ball remaining. This victory marked Sri Lanka’s first-ever three wins in a single Women’s T20 World Cup, propelling them to the third position in Group B, where they are contending for a semi-final spot.
Scotland, batting first, posted a competitive 151 for six, with Darcey Carter top-scoring with a patient 36. However, Sri Lanka’s bowlers, especially the slower ones, restricted Scotland’s scoring rate, with boundaries drying up by the halfway mark.
In the chase, Sri Lanka started aggressively, with Athapaththu’s quickfire innings setting the tone. Despite a late fightback from Scotland’s bowlers, Nilakshika Silva’s calm presence ensured Sri Lanka’s victory. The match witnessed a dramatic finish with Sugandika Kumari hitting the winning boundary, securing a crucial win for Sri Lanka.
