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The clash between India vs Pakistan is universally regarded as the most emotionally charged contest in the cricketing world, generating sky-high television ratings and hysterical fans globally. A clash in the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 adds even more spice and drama to this fixture. This match is the 6th game of the tournament and serves as a critical early momentum builder in the round-robin stage.
The match in Colombo on Sunday is set against a backdrop of intensified diplomatic strain between the two nations following all the Asia Cup drama in the Men's game. For the 4th Sunday in a row, cricket fans have been treated to an India vs Pakistan clash, thrice in the Men's game in the T20 format, and now in the Women's in the 2025 ICC Women's ODI World Cup.
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Harmanpreet Kaur's side will be locking horns against the Fatima Sana-led Pakistani side. The Indian contingent made light work of hosts Sri Lanka in the opening match of the Women's ODI World Cup, winning by 59 runs via the DLS method. Meanwhile, their Pakistani counterparts faced a massive loss against Bangladesh in their first World Cup fixture. They were bowled out for just 129 before Bangladesh chased down the target with 19 overs to spare.
Key Players to Watch Out For (India)
Star batter Smriti Mandhana will be expected to go on to score big and neutralise the threat of Diana Baig. While she had a disappointing start to the tournament, expectations from the Vice-Captain are high. Deepti Sharma, the POTM against Sri Lanka, will be expected to keep up her contributions with bat and ball come Sunday. Her 3-fer and Half-century in the last match won India the match.
Predicted Playing XI India
Smriti Mandhana, Pratika Rawal, Jemimah Rodrigues, Harmanpreet Kaur (C), Richa Ghosh, Harleen Deol, Deepti Sharma, Amanjot Kaur, Sneh Rana, Radha Yadav, Renuka Singh Thakur.
Key Players to Watch Out For (Pakistan)
Captain and All-rounder Fatima Sana will be under pressure to deliver with wickets and big shots against India on Sunday. Along with her, Nashra Sandhu, Pakistan's lead spinner, will be tasked to take important wickets in the middle order, and she will be particularly targeting Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur with her left-arm orthodox spin on a spin-friendly Premdasa track.
Predicted Playing XI Pakistan
Muneeba Ali Siddiqui, Omaima Sohail, Sidra Amin, Aliya Riaz, Fatima Sana (C), Sidra Nawaz, Sadia Iqbal, Nashra Sundhu, Diana Baig, Rameen Shamim, Natalia Parvaiz.
India vs Pakistan Match Overview: Date, Time, Venue
This high-voltage ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 encounter between India and Pakistan is set to take place at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, Sri Lanka, on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at 3:00 PM Indian Standard Time (IST).
India vs Pakistan Head-to-Head Women's ODI stats
The rivalry has been defined by India's complete dominance in the One-Day International format, which places immense pressure on Pakistan tomorrow.
Matches played: 11, India won: 11, PAK won: 0
R. Premadasa Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at the Premadasa Stadium is a surface that initially favours batters but begins to deteriorate as the match progresses, significantly assisting spinners.
Colombo Weather Forecast
The forecast indicates an extremely high probability of rain in Colombo, with a 70% chance of rain during the India vs Pakistan match time. The Temperature will be mild, around 24 degrees Celsius to 30 degrees Celsius, but high humidity is expected due to rain.
India vs Pakistan Live Streaming Details
The match will be televised across Star Sports Network TV channels, and it will also be streamed on the JioHotstar app and website.
