Sri Lanka Women vs Pakistan Women: First ODI Preview, Live Stream, and Squads

The opening clash of the three-match ODI series between Sri Lanka Women and Pakistan Women promises to be a tactical battle, with both sides eager to gain early momentum in the ICC Women's Championship cycle. Sri Lanka, under the seasoned leadership of Chamari Athapaththu, will lean on their batting depth to counter Pakistan's balanced attack.

Pakistan, captained by the dynamic Fatima Sana, enter the contest with confidence after a strong start to their campaign. Their squad blends youth and experience, featuring the uncapped Maham Anees alongside seasoned campaigners like Sidra Amin and Nashra Sandhu, making them a formidable unit across all departments.

The match is set for Thursday at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium in Hambantota, with play beginning at 10:00 AM local time. Indian viewers can catch all the action live on the FanCode app and website, as no traditional TV broadcast has been confirmed for the series.

Sri Lanka will be without the promising Mithali Ayodhya, while Pakistan's Fatima Sana is set to make history as the first Pakistani woman in The Hundred 2026. With ODI points on the line, expect a fiercely contested encounter that could set the tone for the rest of the series.