Sri Lanka Women dominate T20 World Cup warm-up with commanding chase
Chamari Athapaththu and Vishmi Gunaratne led a strong batting performance, building momentum as the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 approaches.
The story
The ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 warm-up matches are now underway, with Sri Lanka Women making a strong statement in their opening fixture on June 6th. Captain Chamari Athapaththu showcased her aggressive style, smashing a half-century, while Vishmi Gunaratne anchored the chase with an unbeaten 63 runs.
The duo's partnership was central to Sri Lanka successfully completing a commanding chase, demonstrating their batting prowess ahead of the main tournament. This performance highlights Sri Lanka's preparations for the global showpiece, which begins on June 12th in England and Wales. The warm-up games, running until June 10th, offer teams crucial opportunities to fine-tune strategies and player combinations in English conditions.
Latest results
| Match | Format | Result | Star |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka Women in a warm-up match | WT20I (Warm-up) | Commanding chase completed | Vishmi Gunaratne (63*), Chamari Athapaththu (half-century) |
Series in play
ICC Women's T20 World Cup Warm-up Matches 2026. Ongoing from June 6 to June 10
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC Women's T20I Team Rankings | Australia (1st), India (3rd) | Australia maintains top spot, India is third ahead of the T20 World Cup |
| ICC Women's ODI Team Rankings | Australia (1st), India (3rd) | Australia leads the ODI rankings, with India in third place |
What we'll be watching
- ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026: England vs Sri Lanka on June 12 at Edgbaston
- ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026: Scotland vs Ireland on June 13 at Old Trafford
- ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026: Australia vs South Africa on June 13 at Old Trafford
- ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026: West Indies vs New Zealand on June 13 at Hampshire Bowl
- ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026: India vs Pakistan on June 14 at Edgbaston
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