AUS-W vs SL-W Highlights, Women's ODI World Cup 2025: Match Called Off In Colombo Without Action

AUS-W vs SL-W Highlights, Women's ODI World Cup 2025: Rain washes out Australia–Sri Lanka Women’s ODI World Cup clash in Colombo, raising concerns ahead of India–Pakistan showdown at the same venue

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AUS-W vs SL-W Highlights, Women's ODI World Cup 2025: Rain played spoilsport in today's match. X/JollyLauz18
AUS-W vs SL-W Highlights, Women's ODI World Cup 2025: The Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 group-stage match between Australia and Sri Lanka was abandoned in Colombo without a ball bowled due to relentless rain and waterlogged conditions. Despite the ground staff’s best efforts, standing water and thick cloud cover forced officials to call off play, leaving both teams to share points. The washout not only frustrated fans expecting a high-octane contest but also heightened worries about Sunday’s marquee India–Pakistan clash at the same venue, with organisers anxiously hoping the weather clears.
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AUS-W vs SL-W Live Cricket Score, Women's ODI World Cup 2025: Welcome!

Hello and Welcome to the live coverage of the ICC Women's World Cup match 5 between Australia and Sri Lanka from Colombo.

AUS-W vs SL-W Live Cricket Score, Women's ODI World Cup 2025: Live Streaming Details!

The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 match will be telecast live on the Star Sports Network channels in India. Fans can also watch the action through live streaming on the JioHotstar app and website, ensuring easy access to all the game’s key moments.

AUS-W vs SL-W Live Cricket Score, Women's ODI World Cup 2025: Head-to-Head Record!

The two teams have played 11 women’s One-Day Internationals against each other. Australia have dominated this rivalry comprehensively, winning all 11 matches and maintaining an unbeaten streak over Sri Lanka.

AUS-W vs SL-W Live Cricket Score, Women's ODI World Cup 2025: Squads!

Sri Lanka Women Squad: Chamari Athapaththu(c), Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Vishmi Gunaratne, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshi de Silva, Anushka Sanjeewani(w), Achini Kulasuriya, Sugandika Kumari, Udeshika Prabodhani, Inoka Ranaweera, Imesha Dulani, Dewmi Vihanga, Piumi Wathsala Badalge, Malki Madara

Australia Women Squad: Alyssa Healy(w/c), Phoebe Litchfield, Ellyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Annabel Sutherland, Ashleigh Gardner, Tahlia McGrath, Sophie Molineux, Alana King, Kim Garth, Darcie Brown, Georgia Voll, Georgia Wareham, Heather Graham, Megan Schutt

AUS-W vs SL-W Live Cricket Score, Women's ODI World Cup 2025: Toss Update!

The toss has been delayed as light rain continues to fall in Colombo. The ground staff have already covered the field, making sure the pitch and outfield stay protected.

AUS-W vs SL-W Live Cricket Score, Women's ODI World Cup 2025: Weather Report

There is about a 70 percent chance of rain, especially during match hours, which raises the possibility of interrupted play. Fans and players alike will hope for clear skies to allow for a full contest.

Get the full weather report here.

AUS-W vs SL-W Live Cricket Score, Women's ODI World Cup 2025: Match Day Pitch Report

Alan Wilkins and Aaron Finch were pitchside and they reckon that the pitch at R. Premadasa Stadium looks favorable for batting, with a dry, straw-colored surface that could offer some pace. Alan Wilkins and Aaron Finch expect a good contest, with bowlers needing to pitch the ball up and target the stumps to trouble the batsmen. Length will be crucial for bowlers to succeed on this pitch.

AUS-W vs SL-W Live Cricket Score, Women's ODI World Cup 2025: Rain Update

It continues to pour heavily in Colombo, and hopes of play are slim. The cut-off time for a 20-overs-a-side contest is 8:08 pm, but with the rain only getting stronger, the wait gets longer.

AUS-W vs SL-W Live Cricket Score, Women's ODI World Cup 2025: Rain Update

It is raining cats and dogs in Colombo, with the clouds looking aggresive and unrelenting. Prospects of play look grim as the rain shows no signs of easing.

AUS-W vs SL-W Live Cricket Score, Women's ODI World Cup 2025: Match Called Off

The match between Australia Women and Sri Lanka Women has officially been called off due to persistent rain in Colombo.

AUS-W vs SL-W Live Cricket Score, Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All eyes on IND-W VS PAK-W

With today’s Australia vs Sri Lanka washout in Colombo, all eyes turn to tomorrow’s blockbuster between India and Pakistan at the same venue. Concerns loom large over the weather, with India walking in as clear favourites against arch-rivals Pakistan but facing the risk of points being shared if rain plays spoilsport again.

AUS-W vs SL-W Live Cricket Score, Women's ODI World Cup 2025: Thank you!

Thank you for joining our live coverage. We hope the rain does not play spoilsport again and stay tuned for more matches from the Women’s World Cup.

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