India eyes final berth as South Africa aim for survival in women's Tri-Series

India's Harmanpreet Kaur-led team aims to secure a spot in the final against South Africa in the women's Tri-series.

India will be eager to bounce back from their loss and confirm their spot in the final when they face a struggling South African side in the women's Tri-series, in Colombo on Wednesday (May 6, 2025).

Harmanpreet Kaur and her team saw their eight-match winning streak come to an end on Sunday (May 4) with a rare defeat to hosts Sri Lanka.

While India are still well-placed to reach the final, thanks to a superior net run rate of 0.433 built on dominant performances in their opening two games, they will look to seal it with a convincing win on May 6.

The 'Women in Blue' are perched on top of the points table, having earned four points from three outings. They are ahead of second placed Sri Lanka, who also have four points but an inferior NRR of -0.166, while winless South Africa are last although the Proteas women have played a game less.

India's batting has been a major positive in the series. Opener Pratika Rawal has led the charge with 163 runs, including two half-centuries, and currently tops the run-scorers' chart. Other batters have also contributed to the cause.

Sneh Rana has been the standout bowler not only for India but also in the series. She has snared 11 wickets in three games, bowling at an economy of 4.25, which is second best behind South Africa pace all-rounder Nadine de Klerk (4.06).

Rana's maiden five-wicket haul against South Africa was her highlight performance, and she will look to replicate that display.