Sri Lanka Women’s cricket team made a dominant start to their three-match T20 series against New Zealand, securing a comfortable 7-wicket victory in Christchurch today (March 14).
Batting first, New Zealand Women struggled and were bowled out for 101 in 18.5 overs, with Emma McLeod top-scoring with 44 runs.
Debutant Malki Madara delivered a stunning bowling performance, claiming 3 wickets for just 14 runs.
In response, Sri Lanka chased down the target in just 14.1 overs, losing only three wickets.
Skipper Chamari Atapattu led from the front with an explosive 64 off 48 balls, hitting 9 fours and 2 sixes, and remained unbeaten as Sri Lanka sealed the win.
This victory marks Sri Lanka Women’s first-ever T20I win in New Zealand, having previously lost all three matches played there.
