IND W vs SL W 1st T20I Match Preview, Dream11 Prediction & Fantasy Tips

The 5-match T20I series between India Women (IND-W) and Sri Lanka Women (SL-W) is set to begin today. The IND-W vs SL-W 1st T20I match will be played on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam.

This will be India Women's first T20I assignment after winning the Women's ODI World Cup 2025, while Sri Lanka Women will be looking to make a comeback after their mixed World Cup campaign. This match will be quite important for fantasy players.

IND W vs SL W 1st T20I Match Details

• Match: India Women vs Sri Lanka Women, 1st T20I

• Series: Sri Lanka Women tour of India 2025

• Date: 21 December 2025 (Sunday)

• Time: 07:00 PM IST

• Venue: ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam

• Live Streaming: JioHotstar App & Website

• TV Telecast: Star Sports Network

IND W vs SL W Head to Head Record (T20Is)

India and Sri Lanka Women have played 26 T20I matches against each other so far.

• India Women Won: 20
• Sri Lanka Women Won: 5
• No Result: 1

The head-to-head record is clearly in India's favor, making them the favorites for this match.

IND W vs SL W Pitch Report – ACA-VDCA Stadium

• The ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam is known for its batting-friendly pitch.
• Good bounce and a fast outfield.
• Pacers might get some assistance with the new ball.
• The pitch tends to flatten out as the match progresses.
• The dew factor could have an impact in the second innings.

The team winning the toss might prefer to bowl first.

IND-W vs SL-W Weather Report

• Temperature: Around 24°C
• Humidity: 65–75%
• Rain Chances: Very low

Weather conditions will be quite good for the match.

IND W vs SL W Predicted Playing XI

India Women Playing XI

Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues,
Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Richa Ghosh (WK), Deepti Sharma,
Amanjot Kaur, Sneh Rana, Renuka Singh Thakur,
Kranti Goud, Shree Charani

Sri Lanka Women Playing XI

Chamari Athapaththu (C), Vishmi Gunaratne, Hasini Perera,
Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilhari,
Nilakshi de Silva, Kaushani Nuthyangana (WK),
Shashini Gimhani, Malsha Shehani,
Malki Madara, Inoka Ranaweera

IND vs SL Dream11 Prediction Today Match

Dream11 Fantasy Team 1

Wicketkeeper:

• Richa Ghosh

Batters:

• Smriti Mandhana

• Shafali Verma

• Harshitha Samarawickrama

All-Rounders:

• Chamari Athapaththu

• Deepti Sharma

• Kavisha Dilhari

• Sneh Rana

• Amanjot Kaur

Bowlers:

• Inoka Ranaweera

• Kranti Goud

Captain: Deepti Sharma
Vice-Captain: Chamari Athapaththu

Dream11 Fantasy Team 2

Wicketkeeper:

• Richa Ghosh

Batters:

• Smriti Mandhana

• Shafali Verma

• Harshitha Samarawickrama

All-Rounders:

• Chamari Athapaththu

• Deepti Sharma

• Kavisha Dilhari

• Sneh Rana

• Amanjot Kaur

Bowlers:

• Inoka Ranaweera

• Kranti Goud

Captain: Smriti Mandhana
Vice-Captain: Shafali Verma

IND W vs SL W Probable Top Performers

Best Batter: Smriti Mandhana - With her aggressive batting during the powerplay and consistent performance, Smriti Mandhana will be a safe and strong pick for fantasy teams.

Best Bowler: Shree Charani -Left-arm spinner Shri Charani can change the course of the match by taking wickets in the middle overs.

IND W vs SL W Match Prediction – Who Will Win?

Looking at squad strength, home conditions and recent form:

• India Women: 65%
• Sri Lanka Women: 35%

Final Prediction: India Women to win the 1st T20I

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