Sri Lanka Women vs Pakistan Women Free Live Cricket Streaming Online, 1st ODI 2026
Discover where to watch the Sri Lanka Women, led by Chamari Athapaththu, take on Fatima Sana's Pakistan Women in the 1st ODI live on July 23, 2026. This crucial ICC Women's Championship clash, held at Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium, Hambantota, starts at 10:00 AM SLST. Get full match details, head-to-head statistics, and confirmed live.
The highly anticipated first One Day International between Sri Lanka Women and Pakistan Women is set to commence on Thursday, July 23, 2026. This fixture marks the opening clash of a three-match ODI series, which is a significant part of the ICC Women's Championship 2025-29 cycle. Both teams will be eager to secure an early advantage in the series at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium in Hambantota. Harare Weather Forecast and Rain Chances for India vs Zimbabwe 1st T20I 2026.
Sri Lanka, led by their experienced captain Chamari Athapaththu, will aim to leverage their home advantage. They enter the series with a respectable recent ODI form, having won four and lost two of their last six matches in the current ICC Women's Championship cycle. Key players like Harshitha Samarawickrama and Nilakshi de Silva are expected to provide stability in the batting order, while Inoka Ranaweera will lead the spin attack.
Pakistan Women, under the captaincy of Fatima Sana, are also in strong form, sitting just above Sri Lanka in the ICC Women's Championship table with eight points from six games. They recently whitewashed Zimbabwe in an ODI series in May 2026, showcasing their batting and bowling prowess. Players such as Sidra Amin and Muneeba Ali Siddiqui will be vital for Pakistan's batting lineup, with Nashra Sundhu and Syeda Aroob Shah handling the bowling responsibilities.
SL-W vs PAK-W Head-to-Head
The rivalry between Sri Lanka Women and Pakistan Women in ODIs has seen Sri Lanka hold a historical edge. In 34 One Day International matches played between the two sides, Sri Lanka Women have secured victory in 22 encounters, while Pakistan Women have won 11. One match concluded with no result.
Match Timing and Venue
The 1st ODI between Sri Lanka Women and Pakistan Women will be played at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium in Hambantota, Sri Lanka. The match is scheduled to begin at 10:00 AM Sri Lanka Standard Time (SLST) on Thursday, July 23, 2026. This translates to 9:30 AM Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) and 10:00 AM Indian Standard Time (IST). For a global audience, the start time will be 04:30 AM Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).
Match Details Summary:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Sri Lanka Women vs Pakistan Women, 1st ODI |
| Series | Pakistan Women tour of Sri Lanka 2026 (ICC Women's Championship 2025-29) |
| Date | Thursday, July 23, 2026 |
| Start Time (SLST) | 10:00 AM |
| Start Time (PKT) | 09:30 AM |
| Start Time (IST) | 10:00 AM |
| Start Time (UTC) | 04:30 AM |
| Venue | Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium, Hambantota, Sri Lanka |
Live Streaming and Broadcast Details
Cricket fans worldwide can tune in to watch the live action from Hambantota. Here's where to catch the Sri Lanka Women vs Pakistan Women 1st ODI:
Regional Broadcast & Streaming:
| Region | TV Channel | Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| India | N/A (Streaming Only) | FanCode App & Website |
With both teams vying for supremacy in the ICC Women's Championship, the opening ODI promises to be a gripping contest. Don't miss the exciting start to this series as Sri Lanka Women take on Pakistan Women.
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