Pakistan chose to bowl vs. Australia in a pivotal Women’s ODI World Cup match, seeking spin advantage on a turning pitch.

Pakistan elected to bowl against Australia in a crucial Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 clash at Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium, hoping spinners would exploit a turning pitch under humid conditions. Australia, aiming to maintain momentum after a strong recent run, made two changes, bringing back Megan Schutt and Georgia Wareham. The Aussies lost early wickets but steadied with Healy and Litchfield at the crease. Pakistan’s spinners applied pressure, while Australia’s middle order faces a key challenge to accelerate. The match, pivotal for Pakistan’s tournament hopes, could shift with dew in the evening.