Sri Lanka registered a convincing win over Ireland in their first game of ICC Women’s Emerging Nations Trophy 2026 played today (12th November) at Karwan Cricket Grounds, Ajman.
Having won the toss, Sri Lanka elected to bowl first and produced an impressive bowling performance to restrict Ireland to 105/9 in their allotted 20 overs.
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Sathya Sandeepani and Kavisha Dilhari led the bowling effort, claiming three wickets apiece to keep the Irish batting line-up in check.
In reply, Sri Lanka made light work of the chase, reaching the target in just 13 overs without losing a wicket.
The opening pair of Vishmi Gunarathne and Hasini Perera put on a magnificent unbeaten 110-run partnership to guide Sri Lanka home in dominant fashion, with both batters registering impressive half-centuries.
Brief Scores
Ireland – 105/9 (20) Louise Little 28, Sathya Sandeepani 3/9, Kavisha Dilhari 3/20, Chethana Vimukthi 2/26
Sri Lanka – 110/0 (13) Vishmi Gunarathne 53*, Hasini Perera 53*
Result – Sri Lanka won by 10 wickets
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