In a commanding all-round performance, South Africa Women clinched a resounding 76-run victory over Sri Lanka Women in the 6th ODI of the One-Off Tournament 2025, held at R. Premadasa Stadium. The highlight of the match was the exceptional show by Chloe Tryon, who earned the Player of the Match award for her explosive 74 off 51 balls and a destructive 5-wicket haul that dismantled Sri Lanka’s chase.
Opting to bowl first after winning the toss, Sri Lanka hoped to restrict the South Africans on a turning Colombo track. However, South Africa Women posted a formidable 315/9 in their 50 overs, thanks to a scintillating century from opener Annerie Dercksen and powerful finishing by Tryon.
South Africa’s Power-Packed Innings
Annerie Dercksen set the tone for the innings with a magnificent 104 off just 84 deliveries, studded with boundaries that pierced the Sri Lankan field effortlessly. Tazmin Brits gave her steady support, contributing 38 off 48 balls. But it was Chloe Tryon who stole the limelight later in the innings with her blistering 74 off 51 balls, laced with six boundaries and four massive sixes, accelerating the total beyond the 300-mark.
Despite Dewmi Vihanga’s brilliant spell of 5 for 43 in nine overs, the hosts couldn’t contain the late-innings flourish by the Proteas.
Sri Lanka’s Faltering Chase
Chasing 316 for victory, Sri Lanka Women started with promise as skipper Chamari Athapaththu led from the front with a well-crafted 52 off 57 balls. She found brief support from Harshitha Samarawickrama (33) and Anushka Sanjeewani (43*), but none could convert their starts into a match-winning innings.
Chloe Tryon continued her dominance in the match, rattling through the Sri Lankan middle-order with figures of 5/34 in just 8 overs. Ayabonga Khaka added further pressure with her 2 for 30, as Sri Lanka were eventually bowled out for 239 in 42.5 overs.
Match Summary:
South Africa Women: 315/9 (50 overs)
- Annerie Dercksen – 104 (84)
- Chloe Tryon – 74 (51)
- Dewmi Vihanga – 5/43 (9)
Sri Lanka Women: 239 all out (42.5 overs)
- Chamari Athapaththu – 52 (57)
- Anushka Sanjeewani – 43* (32)
- Chloe Tryon – 5/34 (8)
Result: South Africa Women won by 76 runs
Player of the Match: Chloe Tryon (5/34 & 74)
Dominance Ahead of Series Finale
With this win, South Africa Women showcased their depth and balance ahead of the final match in the ODI series. Their bowlers, particularly Tryon and Khaka, ensured a strong grip on the contest after a mammoth total by the batters. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka Women will need to regroup quickly, especially their middle order which collapsed under pressure.
