Colombo, Oct 4, 2025

The fifth match of the Women’s World Cup 2025 between Sri Lanka and Australia was abandoned without even the toss taking place due to persistent rain in Colombo. As a result, both teams shared one point each.

Though the cut-off time for calling off the match was 8.08 pm local time, the umpires decided to call it off nearly three overs ahead of the deadline, considering the persistent rain and the condition of the ground.

Co-hosts Sri Lanka will be happy to have added their first point in the rankings after losing their campaign opener against India in Guwahati on September 30. Defending champions Australia, meanwhile, continue to hold their place at the top of the points table with three points now from two games.

The two teams, who were to face each other at the R

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