The Indian women's cricket team stands on the cusp of a series victory as they gear up to face Sri Lanka in the third T20 International. Having secured convincing wins in the first two matches in Visakhapatnam, Harmanpreet Kaur's side leads the five-match series 2-0 and will look to seal the deal in Thiruvananthapuram.
Match Details and How to Watch
The crucial encounter is scheduled for Friday, December 26. The action will unfold at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The first ball will be bowled at 7:00 PM IST, with the toss taking place half an hour earlier at 6:30 PM.
For fans across India, the live telecast will be available on the Star Sports Network. If you prefer digital viewing, the match will be live-streamed on the JioCinema app and website.
Predicted Lineups and Series Context
India's dominance in the series has been comprehensive. They handed Sri Lanka an eight-wicket defeat in the opener, followed by a seven-wicket victory in the second game. Youngster Shafali Verma, who scored a fifty in Visakhapatnam, will be a key figure at the top of the order again.
The predicted playing XI for India includes a strong batting lineup: Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, captain Harmanpreet Kaur, Richa Ghosh (wicket-keeper), Amanjot Kaur, Sneh Rana, Arundhati Reddy, Vaishnavi Sharma, Kranti Gaud, and Shree Charani.
Sri Lanka, led by the experienced Chamari Athapaththu, will be desperate to keep the series alive. Their likely XI features: Vishmi Gunaratne, Chamari Athapaththu (c), Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Nilakshi de Silva, Kavisha Dilhari, Kaushani Nuthyangana (wk), Malki Madara, Inoka Ranaweera, Kawya Kavindi, and Shashini Gimhani.
Squads and What's at Stake
The full squads provide depth for both sides. India's squad also includes players like Harleen Deol, Deepti Sharma, Renuka Singh Thakur, and G Kamalini. Sri Lanka's reserves consist of Rashmika Sewwandi, Imesha Dulani, Nimesha Madushani, and Malsha Shehani.
With the series on the line, this match promises high intensity. India will aim for a clean sweep momentum, while Sri Lanka will fight to salvage pride and stage a comeback. All eyes will be on the Greenfield International Stadium this Friday night for what could be the series-deciding clash.
