There’s nothing more frustrating for cricket fans than seeing the weather decide the outcome of a match. That’s exactly what happened in the Pakistan Women vs Sri Lanka Women World Cup 2025 game in Colombo. The rain, which has been a regular visitor during this tournament, once again took control of the day and brought play to a stop after only 26 balls.
As someone who enjoys watching women’s cricket, I couldn’t help but feel bad for both teams. You prepare for days, practice with focus, and then nature interrupts everything before the game even begins properly.
A Short Match That Never Took Off: Pakistan Women vs Sri Lanka Women World Cup 2025
Sri Lanka won the toss and chose to bowl first, though even that decision came after a delayed toss caused by rain. When play finally started, Pakistan openers Omaima Sohail and Muneeba Ali looked steady and confident. They added 18 runs in 4.2 overs before the rain returned.
- Pakistan’s Score: 18 for no loss in 4.2 overs
- Omaima Sohail: 9*
- Muneeba Ali: 7*
- Overs Played: 4.2 (26 balls)
The umpires waited for conditions to improve, but the rain never stopped. Eventually, they had no choice but to abandon the match completely.
Colombo’s Struggle with Rain
The Colombo leg of the Women’s World Cup 2025 has been one of the most rain-affected stages of this tournament. Out of 11 games scheduled here, seven have been disturbed by rain and five have been abandoned entirely.
It’s disappointing because many of these matches could have changed the standings or helped teams gain momentum. Instead, the weather has been unpredictable and has played a huge role in shaping this World Cup.
How This Affects Both Teams: Pakistan Women vs Sri Lanka Women World Cup 2025
Pakistan Women’s Team
This was Pakistan’s third abandoned match of the tournament. Even though they have not won a single game, they still have a chance to avoid finishing at the bottom of the table if India defeats Bangladesh in their final league match. It’s a strange situation where rain has helped them stay in contention.
Sri Lanka Women’s Team
For Sri Lanka, the shared points gave them a small boost. They moved past New Zealand on the points table and are now placed fifth. They will remain in that position if New Zealand loses to England in their last league game, which is scheduled in Visakhapatnam.
The Role of Rain in Cricket
Rain has always been a part of cricket, especially in South Asia. Fans often find themselves waiting and refreshing scorecards, hoping for play to resume. Players, on the other hand, sit in dressing rooms, stretching and hoping for a change in the weather.
But it raises a fair question: should tournaments like the ICC Women’s World Cup have more buffer days or reserve matches in places where rain is frequent? It might be the only way to ensure that crucial games are not decided by the weather.
Conclusion: Pakistan Women vs Sri Lanka Women World Cup 2025
The Pakistan Women vs Sri Lanka Women World Cup 2025 match ended before it could even begin, leaving fans and players disappointed. Sometimes cricket reminds us that it’s not just a game between two teams but also a battle against the elements.
As the tournament continues, everyone is hoping for clear skies and uninterrupted matches in the coming days. What are your thoughts on all these rain interruptions? Share your opinion in the comments below and stay tuned to MyNewsNest.com for more real and relatable match updates.
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FAQs
The match was abandoned due to continuous rain in Colombo. Only 26 balls were bowled before the weather forced the umpires to call off play. It was one of several rain-affected games in this year’s tournament.
Both teams received one point each after the match was abandoned. Sri Lanka moved to fifth place on the points table, while Pakistan still has a small chance to avoid finishing last if India beats Bangladesh in their final league match
