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Sri Lanka has announced a refreshed 17-member squad for the upcoming women's ODI tri-series against India and South Africa. The team, led by veteran all-rounder Chamari Athapaththu, features eight changes from their recent New Zealand tour. This tournament at R Premadasa Stadium will serve as crucial preparation for the 2025 Women's ODI World Cup. The tri-series offers an exciting opportunity for emerging talents like Malki Madara to showcase their skills on an international platform.

Key Points: Chamari Athapaththu Leads Sri Lanka Squad in India-SA Tri-Series

  • - Chamari Athapaththu captains revamped Sri Lankan women's ODI squad
  • Malki Madara receives maiden ODI call-up
  • Tri-series serves as critical World Cup preparation
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Sri Lanka name Athapaththu-led squad for tri-series against India and SA

Sri Lanka unveils 17-member squad for crucial ODI tri-series in Colombo, preparing for 2025 Women's World Cup

"Eight changes signal strategic team renewal - Cricket Analysis Team"

New Delhi, April 23

Sri Lanka have announced their 17-member squad, to be captained by veteran all-rounder Chamari Athapaththu, for their upcoming ODI tri-series against India and South Africa, set to take place from April 27 to May 11 in Colombo.

Sri Lanka last played an ODI series earlier this year - where they suffered a 2-0 ODI series loss in New Zealand. From that touring party in New Zealand, Sri Lanka have made as many as eight changes to its squad for the upcoming tri-series.

Medium pacer Malki Madara has received a maiden call-up to the ODI squad, after shining on debut in the T20I series in New Zealand by helping Sri Lanka clinch their solitary win on the tour with figures of 3-14.

The likes of Vishmi Gunaratne, Nilakshi Silva, Hasini Perera, Piumi Wathsala, Dewmi Vihanga, Inoka Ranaweera and Hansima Karunaratne are also back in the squad. Each team will play four matches each in the tri-series, with the top two teams to qualify for the final, which will be played on May 11.

The tri-series, to be entirely played at R Premadasa Stadium, will offer vital preparation to Sri Lanka, South Africa and India for the 2025 Women's ODI World Cup, to be hosted by India.

Sri Lanka squad: Chamari Athapaththu (c), Vishmi Gunaratne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Nilakshi Silva, Kavisha Dilhari, Anushka Sanjeewani, Hasini Perera, Piumi Wathsala, Manudi Nanayakkara, Dewmi Vihanga, Inoka Ranaweera, Inoshi Fernando, Hansima Karunaratne, Rashmika Sewwandi, Malki Madara, Sugandika Kumari, Achini Kulasuriya

Women's ODI tri-series schedule:

1st ODI: Sri Lanka vs India - April 27

2nd ODI: India vs South Africa - April 29

3rd ODI: Sri Lanka vs South Africa - May 2

4th ODI: Sri Lanka vs India - May 4

5th ODI: South Africa vs India - May 7

6th ODI: Sri Lanka vs South Africa - May 9

Final: To be decided - May 11

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Exciting to see Malki Madara get her ODI call-up after that brilliant T20 debut! She could be a game-changer for SL in this series. Hope she gets enough opportunities to shine. 🤞
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Samantha P.
As a Sri Lankan fan, I'm concerned about so many changes (8!) from the NZ series. Consistency is important too. But Chamari's leadership gives me hope we can compete against these strong teams.
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Priya M.
This tri-series is perfectly timed before the World Cup! All three teams will get quality matches to test their combinations. Can't wait to see how India's young players perform under pressure.
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Tharindu W.
Chamari Athapaththu is such an inspirational captain! Her experience will be crucial against powerhouses like India and SA. Hoping our batters can support her better this time around.
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Anika R.
The schedule looks well-balanced with good rest days between matches. Should make for competitive cricket throughout. Who else is marking their calendars? 🗓️🏏
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Jaya S.
While I appreciate giving new players opportunities, I think dropping 8 players after just one bad series is a bit harsh. Some of them might have needed just a bit more time to find form.

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