Team India Women have been utterly dominant in the ongoing T20I series against Sri Lanka Women, racing to an unassailable 3–0 lead with clinical performances in all departments. As the action remains in Thiruvananthapuram for the 4th T20I, India will now look to complete a clean sweep, while Sri Lanka play for pride and momentum.
With India firmly in control of the series, this match could also see bench strength tested, making final team news and toss updates extremely important. From a fantasy and analysis perspective, India’s form-heavy players continue to offer high consistency, while Sri Lanka will rely on individual brilliance to stay competitive.
Pitch and Weather Report – Greenfield International Stadium
The Greenfield International Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram, has produced low-scoring but competitive T20 matches in this series.
- Average First Innings Score: 116
- Pacers Wickets: 14
- Spinners Wickets: 13
The surface has been balanced, offering something for both pace and spin. In the previous match at this venue, Sri Lanka managed just 112 runs, which India chased down comfortably, highlighting India’s bowling control and batting depth.
Weather Update
- Temperature: Around 27°C
- Humidity: ~80%
- Rain: No rain expected
- Dew Factor: High in second innings
Due to expected dew, teams winning the toss are likely to bowl first, as batting becomes easier later in the night.
Team Analysis – India Women (IND-W)
India Women have been flawless throughout the series, dominating with both bat and ball.
- Shafali Verma has been unstoppable at the top, scoring 79 and 69 in her last two innings, giving India explosive starts.
- Jemimah Rodrigues has provided stability and fluency in the middle order.
- Renuka Singh produced a match-winning spell of 4 wickets at this very venue, making her a key threat with the new ball.
- Deepti Sharma and Shree Charani have consistently controlled the middle overs, regularly chipping in with wickets.
India’s Strength: Strong top order + disciplined bowling attack = complete dominance.
Team Analysis – Sri Lanka Women (SL-W)
Sri Lanka Women have struggled to match India’s intensity, particularly with the bat.
- Chamari Athapaththu, their biggest match-winner, has had a quiet series so far and will be desperate to make an impact.
- Kavisha Dilhari has been their most consistent performer, contributing in both departments.
- Batters like Harshitha Samarawickrama and Hasini Perera have shown promise but failed to convert starts into big scores.
Sri Lanka’s Challenge: Breaking India’s rhythm and handling early swing and spin pressure.
Key Players to Watch – IND-W vs SL-W
- Shafali Verma (IND-W): Series’ most destructive batter with 157 runs. A top captaincy option.
- Deepti Sharma (IND-W): Reliable all-rounder with 5 wickets and handy batting ability.
- Renuka Singh (IND-W): High confidence pick after her 4-wicket haul at this venue.
- Jemimah Rodrigues (IND-W): Consistent run scorer with 104 runs, ideal for stability.
- Kavisha Dilhari (SL-W): Sri Lanka’s safest fantasy option due to dual contributions.
Captain & Vice-Captain Picks
Top Choices
- Shafali Verma
- Deepti Sharma
Smart Alternatives
- Renuka Singh
- Jemimah Rodrigues
High-Risk Picks (Mega Leagues)
- Chamari Athapaththu
- Smriti Mandhana
Fantasy Strategy & Pro Tips
- Prioritize bowlers and bowling all-rounders on this low-scoring surface
- India’s top-order batters remain must-picks due to form and consistency
- Wait for toss and final XI, as India may rotate players after sealing the series
- Chamari Athapaththu, despite low returns so far, remains a high-upside differential
Final Outlook
With a commanding 3–0 series lead, India Women enter the 4th T20I as clear favorites to extend their dominance and complete a clean sweep. Sri Lanka will need a near-perfect performance to challenge a confident and settled Indian side.
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Live Telecast: The match will be broadcast live on Star Sports TV channels.
Disclaimer: This analysis is based on recent performances, pitch conditions, and publicly available data. Final outcomes depend on match-day conditions, toss decisions, and playing XI. Fantasy sports involve risk—please use your own judgment.