Overview
- Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka by five wickets in the first ODI at Hambantota on Thursday, July 23, chasing 211 in 43 overs to move 1-0 up in the three-match series.
- Opener Gull Feroza was named player of the match after scoring 78, while Sidra Amin added 57 to anchor Pakistan's chase.
- Nashra Sundhu led the Pakistan bowling with three wickets as Sri Lanka were restricted to 210 for 9, with Nilakshika Silva unbeaten on 46 for the hosts.
- The result gives Pakistan valuable points in the ICC Women’s Championship 2025–29 and lifted them to second place in the standings.
- The series continues in Hambantota on July 25 and July 28 with live streaming on FanCode and player availability affected later by franchise commitments such as The Hundred.