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Chamari Athapaththu Becomes First Sri Lankan Woman to Reach 4,000 ODI Runs at World Cup

The captain hit 46 off 43 in a do-or-die World Cup match for Sri Lanka's semi-final hopes.

Overview

  • She reached the mark during the Bangladesh clash at DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai.
  • Athapaththu won the toss, chose to bat, opened the innings, and was dismissed by Rabeya Khan for 46 off 43 balls.
  • Sri Lanka Cricket posted an official congratulatory message and noted she holds the most ODI caps for the nation.
  • The milestone places her as the fourth Asian and the 20th woman overall to surpass 4,000 ODI runs.
  • The game was a must-win for Sri Lanka with Australia, South Africa and England already into the semis and several teams chasing the final spot.