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The Sri Lanka Women’s National Cricket Team Vs India Women’s National Cricket Team Match Standings clash produced an entertaining contest in the Women’s Tri-Nation T20I Series in Dublin on May 31, 2026. Pakistan Women won the toss and elected to bat first, posting 176/6 from their 20 overs. Muneeba Ali led the scoring with an impressive 65 from 41 balls, while Saira Jabeen contributed 36. Ireland Women responded confidently, reaching 177/3 in 19.1 overs to secure a seven-wicket victory with five balls remaining. Rebecca Stokell played a match-winning innings of 60 from 42 balls, earning Player of the Match honors.
The result highlighted Ireland’s strong chase and ability to maintain scoring pressure throughout the second innings. It was also an important result in the tri-series, giving Ireland valuable momentum during the tournament.
For the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, Sri Lanka Women and India Women were placed in different groups, so they did not share the same points table. India finished third in Group A, while Sri Lanka finished third in Group B. Both teams recorded 3 wins and 2 losses from five matches and finished with 6 points.
Current Standings
| Position | Team | Group | Played | Wins | Losses | Ties | No Result | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | India Women | Group A | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +1.718 |
| 3 | Sri Lanka Women | Group B | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | -0.725 |
India and Sri Lanka had identical win-loss records and points, but India’s considerably stronger +1.718 NRR compared with Sri Lanka’s -0.725 highlights the difference in overall performance.
Top Teams Analysis
In the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, Australia and England were the strongest teams during the group stage, both finishing unbeaten with 10 points from five matches. Australia topped Group A with a remarkable +3.882 NRR, while England led Group B with +2.134 NRR.
| Rank | Team | Group | Matches | Wins | Losses | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia Women | A | 5 | 5 | 0 | 10 | +3.882 |
| 2 | England Women | B | 5 | 5 | 0 | 10 | +2.134 |
| 3 | South Africa Women | A | 5 | 4 | 1 | 8 | +0.633 |
| 4 | India Women | A | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 | +1.718 |
| 5 | West Indies Women | B | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 | -0.147 |
| 6 | Sri Lanka Women | B | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 | -0.725 |
India’s position was notable because its six points matched Sri Lanka and West Indies, but India’s substantially better NRR demonstrated stronger overall winning margins. Sri Lanka’s three victories were enough for third place in Group B, although its negative NRR showed that its two defeats had a considerable impact on its overall statistical profile.
Key Players Impact
For India, experienced batting leadership and all-round contributions were particularly important to the team’s three victories. Harmanpreet Kaur produced a major innings against Australia, scoring 56 from 27 balls, while Smriti Mandhana contributed 38 in the same match. Australia eventually won that contest by six wickets, but India’s batting leaders remained central to its campaign.
For Sri Lanka, Chamari Athapaththu remained a major influence with both leadership and aggressive opening batting. Her recent form has also been reflected in the T20I rankings, where she climbed to a career-best sixth position after Sri Lanka’s series victory over Pakistan.
| Team | Key Player | Primary Role | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| India Women | Harmanpreet Kaur | Middle-order batter | Power hitting and leadership |
| India Women | Smriti Mandhana | Opening batter | Fast starts and innings building |
| India Women | Deepti Sharma | All-rounder | Runs, wickets and control |
| Sri Lanka Women | Chamari Athapaththu | Captain and opener | Aggressive batting and leadership |
| Sri Lanka Women | Nilakshika Silva | Middle-order batter | Match-winning contributions |
| Sri Lanka Women | Kavisha Dilhari | All-rounder | Useful runs and wicket-taking ability |
Sri Lanka’s 2026 campaign included an important five-wicket victory over New Zealand, with Nilakshika Silva scoring 54 from 37 balls and helping Sri Lanka chase 151 with two balls remaining. Kavisha Dilhari also made an important contribution with the ball, taking 2/35.
Overall, India’s greater NRR gives it the statistical edge over Sri Lanka, while individual players such as Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Chamari Athapaththu and Nilakshika Silva were important in determining how both teams performed during the group stage.
Win-Loss Record
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Win Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India Women | 5 | 3 | 2 | 60% |
| Sri Lanka Women | 5 | 3 | 2 | 60% |
Both teams finished the group stage with a 60% win rate. The identical record makes their NRR an important differentiating statistic when assessing the quality of their overall performances.
Net Run Rate Analysis
| Team | NRR | NRR Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| India Women | +1.718 | Strong positive NRR |
| Sri Lanka Women | -0.725 | Negative NRR |
India’s +1.718 NRR was one of the strongest indicators of its performance in Group A. The team finished behind only Australia and South Africa in its group. Sri Lanka also finished third in Group B with 6 points, but its -0.725 NRR was significantly weaker than India’s.
Team Performance Analysis From the Standings
India’s standings profile was stronger statistically. The team won three of five matches and accumulated six points, while its +1.718 NRR demonstrated that those victories were generally achieved by convincing margins.
Sri Lanka also won three matches, but its negative NRR indicates a less dominant overall campaign. Despite matching India’s six points, Sri Lanka finished behind England and West Indies in Group B.
The comparison therefore shows why points alone do not tell the complete story. India and Sri Lanka had exactly the same number of wins, losses and points, but their NRR figures reveal a substantial difference in performance margins.
Wins Losses and Points Breakdown
| Team | Wins | Points From Wins | Losses | Points From Losses | Total Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India Women | 3 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| Sri Lanka Women | 3 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
Standings Takeaway
India Women and Sri Lanka Women both finished with 6 points from five matches, based on three wins and two losses. However, India had the stronger standings profile because of its +1.718 NRR, compared with Sri Lanka’s -0.725. India ranked third in Group A, while Sri Lanka ranked third in Group B.
Final Thoughts
Ireland Women produced a composed batting performance to chase down Pakistan Women’s competitive 176/6 target. Pakistan had opportunities after setting a strong total, but Ireland’s batters kept the required rate under control and finished the chase with five balls to spare. Rebecca Stokell’s 60 was the defining contribution, while Pakistan’s Muneeba Ali provided the standout innings for her side with 65. The seven-wicket result demonstrated Ireland’s ability to handle pressure in a high-scoring T20I and made this one of the notable matches of the 2026 tri-series.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who won Ireland Women vs Pakistan Women in 2026?
Ireland Women won the match by seven wickets after chasing Pakistan Women’s total of 176/6.
2. What was Pakistan Women’s score?
Pakistan Women scored 176/6 in 20 overs after being asked to bat first.
3. What was Ireland Women’s score?
Ireland Women scored 177/3 in 19.1 overs, completing the chase with five balls remaining.
4. Who was Player of the Match?
Rebecca Stokell was named Player of the Match after scoring 60 runs from 42 balls for Ireland Women.
5. Who was Pakistan Women’s top scorer?
Muneeba Ali was Pakistan Women’s leading run-scorer, making 65 runs from 41 balls with eight
