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Recent Sri Lanka Women Vs India Women National Cricket Team Timeline encounters as of February 2026.
| Tournament | Venue | Date | Toss | Score | Result | Player of the Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bilateral T20I (SLW tour of IND) | Thiruvananthapuram | Dec 30, 2025 | SLW (field) | INDW 175/7 (20) • SLW 160/7 (20) | India Women won by 15 runs (A tense finale where India’s bowlers held nerve in the death overs) | Harmanpreet Kaur (INDW) |
| Bilateral T20I (SLW tour of IND) | Thiruvananthapuram | Dec 28, 2025 | INDW (bat) | INDW 221/2 (20) • SLW 191/6 (20) | India Women won by 30 runs (Explosive batting set a daunting target, SL fought back valiantly) | Shafali Verma (INDW) |
| Bilateral T20I (SLW tour of IND) | Thiruvananthapuram | Dec 26, 2025 | SLW (bat) | SLW 112/7 (20) • INDW 115/2 (13.2) | India Women won by 8 wickets (Dominant chase highlighted by Shafali’s fireworks) | Shafali Verma (INDW) |
| Bilateral T20I (SLW tour of IND) | Visakhapatnam | Dec 23, 2025 | SLW (bat) | SLW 128/9 (20) • INDW 129/3 (11.5) | India Women won by 7 wickets (Quick chase after restricting SL to a modest total) | Deepti Sharma (INDW) |
| Bilateral T20I (SLW tour of IND) | Visakhapatnam | Dec 21, 2025 | SLW (bat) | SLW 121/6 (20) • INDW 122/2 (14.4) | India Women won by 8 wickets (Clinical performance kickstarting the series sweep) | Smriti Mandhana (INDW) |
| ICC Women’s World Cup | Guwahati | Sep 30, 2025 | SLW (field) | INDW 269/8 (50) • SLW 211 (47.2) | India Women won by 59 runs (DLS method; Rain-interrupted opener with India’s all-round show) | Jemimah Rodrigues (INDW) |
| SLW ODI Tri-Series (Final) | Colombo | May 11, 2025 | INDW (bat) | INDW 342/7 (50) • SLW 245 (48.2) | India Women won by 97 runs (Mandhana’s century powered a massive total in a dominant display) | Smriti Mandhana (INDW) |
| SLW ODI Tri-Series (4th Match) | Colombo | May 4, 2025 | INDW (bat) | INDW 275/9 (50) • SLW 278/7 (49.1) | Sri Lanka Women won by 3 wickets (Thrilling chase where SL edged out in the final over) | Chamari Athapaththu (SLW) |
| SLW ODI Tri-Series (1st Match) | Colombo | Apr 27, 2025 | SLW (bat) | SLW 147 (38.1/39) • INDW 149/1 (29.4) | India Women won by 9 wickets (One-sided affair with India’s seamers dismantling SL) | Renuka Singh (INDW) |
| ICC Women’s T20 World Cup | Dubai | Oct 9, 2024 | INDW (bat) | INDW 172/3 (20) • SLW 90 (19.5) | India Women won by 82 runs (Power-hitting masterclass in a group-stage demolition) | Harmanpreet Kaur (INDW) |
| Women’s Asia Cup (Final) | Dambulla | Jul 28, 2024 | INDW (bat) | INDW 165/6 (20) • SLW 167/2 (18.4) | Sri Lanka Women won by 8 wickets (Athapaththu’s blitz clinched SL’s maiden Asia Cup title) | Chamari Athapaththu (SLW) |
| Asian Games (Final) | Hangzhou | Sep 25, 2023 | INDW (bat) | INDW 116/7 (20) • SLW 97/8 (20) | India Women won by 19 runs (Defensive bowling heroics secured gold in a low-scorer) | Titas Sadhu (INDW) |
| Women’s Asia Cup | Sylhet | Oct 15, 2022 | SLW (bat) | SLW 65/9 (20) • INDW 71/2 (8.3) | India Women won by 8 wickets (Rain-reduced chase wrapped up swiftly) | Renuka Singh (INDW) |
| Women’s Asia Cup | Sylhet | Oct 1, 2022 | INDW (bat) | INDW 150/6 (20) • SLW 109 (18.2) | India Women won by 41 runs (Spinners starred in a convincing group win) | Sneh Rana (INDW) |
| Bilateral ODI (INDW tour of SL) | Pallekele | Jul 7, 2022 | SLW (bat) | SLW 216 (47.3) • INDW 219/2 (38) | India Women won by 8 wickets (Effortless chase completed the whitewash) | Harmanpreet Kaur (INDW) |
Epic Player Performances: Sri Lanka Women vs India Women
| Format | Category | Player (Team) | Performance | Date | Venue | Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20I | Batting | Smriti Mandhana (INDW) | 80 (48 balls, 9×4, 2×6) | Dec 28, 2025 | Thiruvananthapuram | Anchored India’s record 221/2 total in a 30-run win; part of 162-run opening stand |
| T20I | Batting | Chamari Athapaththu (SLW) | 80* (50 balls, 8×4, 3×6) | Jul 28, 2024 | Dambulla | Epic chase in Asia Cup final; led SL to maiden title with 8-wicket thrashing |
| T20I | Batting | Shafali Verma (INDW) | 79 (46 balls, 8×4, 4×6) | Dec 28, 2025 | Thiruvananthapuram | Explosive partner in record opening stand; powered India’s highest T20I score |
| T20I | Batting | Jemimah Rodrigues (INDW) | 76 (53 balls, 7×4, 1×6) | Oct 9, 2024 | Dubai | T20 World Cup masterclass; set up 82-run demolition with aggressive flair |
| T20I | Batting | Harmanpreet Kaur (INDW) | 63 (45 balls, 5×4, 2×6) | Oct 9, 2024 | Dubai | Captain’s knock in group-stage rout; complemented Jemimah’s fireworks |
| T20I | Bowling | Renuka Singh (INDW) | 4/18 (4 overs) | Oct 15, 2022 | Sylhet | Asia Cup swing demolition; bundled SL for 65 in rain-hit game |
| T20I | Bowling | Ekta Bisht (INDW) | 3/8 (4 overs) | Nov 2018 | Antigua | Economy masterclass; restricted SL in a low-scorer |
| T20I | Bowling | Deepti Sharma (INDW) | 3/12 (4 overs) | Dec 30, 2025 | Thiruvananthapuram | Clutch death-overs heroics in tense series finale |
| T20I | Bowling | Udeshika Prabodhani (SLW) | 3/16 (4 overs) | Various | Multiple | Consistent left-arm restrictor; key in SL’s rare upsets |
| T20I | Bowling | Radha Yadav (INDW) | 3/23 (4 overs) | Dec 26, 2025 | Thiruvananthapuram | Spin trap set up quick chase; dismantled SL middle order |
| ODI | Batting | Mithali Raj (INDW) | 125* (109 balls, 14×4) | Sep 2018 | Galle | Unbeaten classic; guided India to series whitewash |
| ODI | Batting | Smriti Mandhana (INDW) | 116 (101 balls, 12×4, 2×6) | May 11, 2025 | Colombo | Tri-Series Final century; powered India’s highest vs SL (342/7) |
| ODI | Batting | Harmanpreet Kaur (INDW) | 103 (88 balls, 10×4, 3×6) | Jul 2022 | Pallekele | Whitewash-sealing ton; effortless chase dominance |
| ODI | Batting | Jemimah Rodrigues (INDW) | 86* (72 balls, 8×4) | May 4, 2025 | Colombo | Chase master in thriller; nearly stole win despite loss |
| ODI | Batting | Chamari Athapaththu (SLW) | 92 (85 balls, 9×4, 2×6) | May 4, 2025 | Colombo | Aggressive knock in rare SL victory; edged final-over thriller |
| ODI | Bowling | Deepti Sharma (INDW) | 6/20 (9.2 overs) | Jul 2022 | Pallekele | Spin devastation; bundled SL for low total in whitewash |
| ODI | Bowling | Sneh Rana (INDW) | 4/46 (10 overs) | May 11, 2025 | Colombo | Tri-Series Final star; sealed 97-run rout |
| ODI | Bowling | Renuka Singh (INDW) | 4/28 (8 overs) | Apr 27, 2025 | Colombo | Seam swing opener; dismantled SL for 147 |
| ODI | Bowling | Inoka Ranaweera (SLW) | 4/39 (10 overs) | Sep 30, 2025 | Guwahati | World Cup hat-trick over; three wickets in one over stunned India |
| ODI | Bowling | Jhulan Goswami (INDW) | 3/15 (7 overs) | Various | Multiple | Pace legend’s economical hauls; all-time leading taker vs SL (26 wkts) |
Head-to-Head Summary: Sri Lanka Women vs India Women
| Format | Matches Played | India Women Wins | Sri Lanka Women Wins | No Result/Tie | Key Highlights & Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20 Internationals | 30+ (approx. 30-31 total, including recent series) | 25 | 5 | 0 (few NR in older data) | India dominates with explosive totals (e.g., 221/2 in 2025). SL’s biggest win: Asia Cup Final 2024 (8 wkts). India won last 5-0 series sweep in Dec 2025. Highest IND total: 221/2; SL chase heroics rare but iconic. |
| One Day Internationals | 31-33 (up to 2025 World Cup & tri-series) | 29-30 | 2 | 0-1 | Massive Indian edge—whitewashes common. SL wins sporadic (e.g., rare chase thrillers). India’s highest: 342/7 (2025 Tri-Series Final). World Cup 2025 opener: IND won by 59 runs (DLS). |
| Tests | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | No encounters yet—potential future multi-format series could change that! |
| Overall (White-Ball) | ~60+ matches | ~55+ | ~7-9 | Few | India leads overwhelmingly (win % ~90%+). SL’s wins often in high-pressure chases or upsets. Recent trend: India unbeaten in last 10+ games across formats. |
Sparks Ignite: The First Clashes
The rivalry between Sri Lanka Women and India Women flickered to life in the cauldron of the 2000 Women’s World Cup. On December 15 at Lincoln’s Bert Sutcliffe Oval in New Zealand, India dominated their inaugural clash. Batting first, they piled on 230/4 in 50 overs, with Anju Jain’s steady 68 anchoring the innings alongside Chanderkanta Kaul’s unbeaten 64. Sri Lanka crumbled to 89 all out in 49.2 overs, Rupanjali Mehta claiming 3/14. India won by 141 runs, setting a tone of dominance. Fans back home buzzed with pride, but Sri Lankan supporters felt the sting of a harsh debut against a powerhouse.
Four years later, the flames roared in the 2004 Asia Cup, a five-match ODI series in Sri Lanka. India swept clean, showcasing tactical superiority. In the opener on April 17 at Colombo’s Sinhalese Sports Club, India scored 215/5 before bowling Sri Lanka out for 81, winning by 134 runs. Mithali Raj’s 76 was class. Aggression peaked in the second game; India’s bowlers, led by Jhulan Goswami’s 4/10, dismissed Sri Lanka for 94 after posting 197/7. Pressure moments abounded, like Sri Lanka’s failed run chases amid dropped catches and fiery appeals.
| Match | Date | Venue | India Score | SL Score | Result (Margin) | Key India Performer | Key SL Performer | Highlight/Moment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| World Cup | Dec 15, 2000 | Lincoln, NZ | 230/4 (50) | 89 (49.2) | India won by 141 runs | C Kaul 64*, R Mehta 3/14 | None notable | Highest partnership: Jain-Kaul 112 runs; Record low chase attempt |
| Asia Cup 1 | Apr 17, 2004 | Colombo SSC | 215/5 (50) | 81 (38.1) | India won by 134 runs | M Raj 76, N David 3/12 | SARC Silva 24 | Best bowling: David’s spin trap; Fan emotions ran high with home crowd disappointment |
| Asia Cup 2 | Apr 19, 2004 | Colombo SSC | 197/7 (50) | 94 (41.3) | India won by 103 runs | A Chopra 54, J Goswami 4/10 | CR Seneviratna 28 | Fastest 4-wkt haul by Goswami; Aggressive fielding led to run-outs |
| Asia Cup 3 | Apr 21, 2004 | Colombo SSC | 212/5 (50) | 107 (43.5) | India won by 105 runs | M Raj 82*, D Palshikar 3/18 | LDVV Silva 32 | Highest score by Raj; Pressure collapse in SL middle order |
| Asia Cup 4 | Apr 25, 2004 | Kandy | No scorecard detail | No scorecard detail | India won by 10 wkts | A Kirkire 5/12 | None | Best figures: Kirkire’s fifer; Quick chase in 15 overs |
| Asia Cup 5 | Apr 29, 2004 | Colombo SSC | 179/6 (50) | 97 (48.4) | India won by 82 runs | H Kala 58, N Al Khadeer 3/15 | EMTP Ekanayake 25 | Key partnership: Kala-Chopra 90; Tactical spin dominance |
India’s Early Grip Takes Hold
After the 2004 Asia Cup whitewash, India’s stranglehold tightened through the mid-2000s, turning every encounter into a masterclass in control. The 2005/06 Women’s Asia Cup in Pakistan saw India dismantle Sri Lanka again. In the league clash on December 29 at Karachi Gymkhana, Sri Lanka managed 172/9 after batting first, but Mithali Raj’s unbeaten 114* powered India to chase in 45.4 overs for a 10-wicket rout in the final rematch. Nooshin Al Khadeer’s spin wizardry earned her Player of the Match honors in earlier games. Fans in India cheered the relentless dominance, while Sri Lankan supporters grew frustrated by repeated collapses under pressure.
By 2006-2010, bilateral series and World Cups reinforced the pattern. India exploited spin-friendly conditions, with bowlers like Jhulan Goswami and Nooshin Al Khadeer suffocating Sri Lanka’s batting. Tactics focused on early wickets and patient accumulation—Mithali Raj emerged as the undisputed queen, building big hundreds that crushed hopes. Sri Lanka fought valiantly at times, but dropped catches and poor chases highlighted the gap. Aggression showed in India’s fiery appeals and tight fielding; emotions ran high among Indian fans celebrating supremacy, while Lankan crowds clung to rare defiant stands. This era solidified India’s psychological edge, setting up future battles.
| Match | Date | Venue | India Score | SL Score | Result (Margin) | Key India Performer | Key SL Performer | Highlight/Moment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Cup League | Dec 29, 2005 | Karachi Gymkhana | Not chased (final separate) | 172/9 (50) | India dominated series | J Goswami strong bowling | Various | Spin trap on flat tracks; Fan pride in India’s consistency |
| Asia Cup Final | Jan 4, 2006 | Karachi | 173/0 (45.4) | 172/9 (50) | India won by 10 wkts | M Raj 114*, N Al Khadeer earlier POTM | SL total | Highest unbeaten chase partnership (Raj + opener); Record margin in final |
| World Cup Group | Mar 22, 2005 | Pretoria | Chased target | Low total | India win (details vary) | Spin duo control | None standout | Early grip in global stage; Pressure on SL openers |
| Bilateral/Asia Cup eras 2006-2010 | Various | India/SL/Neutral | Consistent 200+ | Under 150 often | India wins majority | M Raj centuries, Goswami 4-fers | Occasional 50s | Tactical masterclass: Spin + patience; Highest individual: Raj’s big knocks; Best bowling figures in series |
| Key Series Insight | 2006-2010 | Multiple | Avg 220+ | Avg <130 | Sweeps common | Raj/Goswami duo | Silva sisters fight | Emotional dominance: Indian fans chant supremacy; SL aggression in vain appeals |
Rare Fire from Lanka: Upset Moments
Amid India’s iron grip, Sri Lanka Women occasionally unleashed rare fire, delivering shocks that ignited hope and stunned fans. The most memorable came in 2013/14 during a home T20I series, where Sri Lanka claimed a 2-1 win—their only bilateral series triumph over India. In the decider at Colombo’s Colts Cricket Club Ground, Chamari Athapaththu’s explosive 55 off 47 balls powered them to 128/4, before bowlers restricted India to 119/9 for a tense 9-run victory. Pressure peaked in the death overs; Indian collapses under spin pressure thrilled Lankan crowds, who erupted in joy after years of dominance suffered.
Another gem: July 28, 2022, in the Women’s Asia Cup at Dambulla. Sri Lanka chased 166, winning by 8 wickets with balls to spare—Chamari’s unbeaten 63* sealed it amid roaring home support. Emotions boiled over; Indian fans felt the sting of a rare lapse, while Sri Lankans celebrated grit against odds.
In 2025’s Servo Cup Tri-Nation ODI series, Nilakshika Silva’s all-round heroics sparked a 3-wicket upset in Colombo, ending a seven-year drought. These flashes highlighted tactical smarts—aggressive batting, tight bowling—and fan-fueled aggression that briefly leveled the rivalry.
| Match | Date | Venue | India Score | SL Score | Result (Margin) | Key SL Performer | Key India Performer | Highlight/Moment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20I Series Decider | Feb 2014 | Colombo (Colts) | 119/9 (20) | 128/4 (20) | SL won by 9 runs | C Athapaththu 55 | Various collapses | Only bilateral series win; Tense death-over drama; Fan eruption at home ground |
| Asia Cup | Jul 28, 2022 | Dambulla | 165/6 (20) | 167/2 (18.4) | SL won by 8 wkts | C Athapaththu 63* | India batting falter | Highest chase vs India in Asia Cup; Aggressive powerplay; Home crowd frenzy |
| Tri-Nation ODI | May 4, 2025 | Colombo (RPS) | 275/9 (50) | 278/7 (chase) | SL won by 3 wkts | Nilakshika Silva all-round | India middle-order wobble | First win in 7 years; Clutch chase under lights; Emotional breakthrough |
| Rare Insight | 2010s-2020s | Various | Competitive totals | Defiant chases | SL upsets sporadic | Athapaththu heroics | Spin vulnerabilities | Best moments: Athapaththu’s fifties; Tactical spin traps; Pressure turnarounds |
Asia Cups and World Cups: High-Stakes Drama
Big tournaments crank up the pressure, and Sri Lanka Women vs India Women clashes in Asia Cups and World Cups deliver pure theatre. India usually rules, but Sri Lanka’s breakthroughs steal the show. The 2024 Women’s Asia Cup final in Dambulla stands out as Lanka’s crowning glory. India posted 165/6, Smriti Mandhana top-scoring with 60. Chamari Athapaththu smashed 61 off 43, Harshitha Samarawickrama anchored with 69*, and they chased in 18.4 overs for an 8-wicket win—Sri Lanka’s maiden Asia Cup title. Home fans went wild; Indian supporters stunned by the clinical chase.
Earlier Asia Cups saw India’s dominance: crushing finals in 2004, 2005/06, 2008, 2012, and 2022 (8-wicket rout in Sylhet). World Cups follow suit—India won most group clashes, like the 2025 opener (59-run DLS victory, Deepti Sharma all-round heroics). Sri Lanka’s grit shines in tight moments, with Athapaththu’s aggression flipping scripts.
Tactics? India leans on spin depth and batting depth; Sri Lanka thrives on fearless openers and home support. Emotions surge—Lankan celebrations erupt on upsets, Indian pride swells in wins. These stages amplify rivalries, turning routine games into legends.
| Match | Date | Tournament | Venue | India Score | SL Score | Result (Margin) | Key Performer India | Key Performer SL | Highlight/Moment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Final | Jul 28, 2024 | Women’s Asia Cup T20 | Dambulla | 165/6 (20) | 167/2 (18.4) | SL won by 8 wkts | S Mandhana 60 | C Athapaththu 61, H Samarawickrama 69* | Maiden title for SL; Highest chase in final; Explosive powerplay; Fan frenzy at home |
| Final | Oct 15, 2022 | Women’s Asia Cup T20 | Sylhet | 71/2 (8.3) | 65/9 (20) | IND won by 8 wkts | Various | Collapse | Crushing low-score win; India’s dominance; Pressure on SL batting |
| Group/Final various | 2004-2012 | Asia Cup editions | Multiple | 200+ often | Low totals | IND wins | M Raj/J Goswami | Occasional fights | Consistent supremacy; Best bowling spells; Tactical spin control |
| 1st Match | Sep 30, 2025 | ICC Women’s ODI World Cup | Guwahati/Barsapara | 269/8 (47) | 211 (45.4) | IND won by 59 runs (DLS) | D Sharma all-round | Various | Rain-affected thriller; Highest total; Deepti’s clutch; Emotional start |
| World Cup clashes | 2000-2025 | ICC Women’s World Cup | Various | Dominant | Defiant | IND majority wins | Spin/batting stars | C Athapaththu knocks | Record partnerships; Pressure collapses; Global stage drama |
2025 Onslaught: India’s Relentless Rampage
The year 2025 saw India Women turn the rivalry into a showcase of utter supremacy, delivering crushing blows across formats that left Sri Lanka reeling. It kicked off with the Sri Lanka Women’s ODI Tri-Series in April-May at home in Colombo, where India dominated the double round-robin before smashing Sri Lanka by 97 runs in the final at R. Premadasa Stadium. Smriti Mandhana’s masterclass earned her POTM as India posted 342/7 and bowlers like Sneh Rana (4/38) dismantled the chase.
The real fireworks exploded in December during Sri Lanka’s tour of India—a five-match T20I whitewash that screamed one-sided dominance. Shafali Verma torched 241 runs across the series, including blistering knocks that powered massive totals. The third T20I in Thiruvananthapuram became legendary: India’s 221/2 (highest vs Sri Lanka) featured a 162-run opening stand, leaving Lanka’s bowlers shell-shocked despite Hasini Perera’s fight. Harmanpreet Kaur sealed the 5-0 with a captain’s 68 in the finale, as spinners strangled the reply.
September brought the ICC Women’s World Cup opener in Guwahati—India piled 269/8, Deepti Sharma’s all-round show securing a 59-run DLS win. Emotions? Indian fans roared in triumph, chanting for more; Sri Lankan supporters felt the pain of relentless pressure and collapses. Tactics ruled: explosive powerplays, varied spin, and depth that exposed Lanka’s gaps. 2025 etched India’s machine-like era—record highs, fastest chases, devastating spells—while Sri Lanka chased dignity amid the storm.
| Match | Date | Format/Venue | India Score | SL Score | Result (Margin) | Key India Performer | Key SL Performer | Highlight/Moment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tri-Series Final | May 11, 2025 | ODI, Colombo RPS | 342/7 (50) | 245 (48.2) | IND won by 97 runs | S Mandhana POTM, S Rana 4/38 | Various collapses | Highest total in series; Rana’s four-for seals trophy; Massive batting display |
| 1st T20I | Dec 21, 2025 | T20I, Visakhapatnam | 122/2 (14.4) | 121/6 (20) | IND won by 8 wkts | J Rodrigues 69* POTM | SL total fight | Quick clinical chase; Early tone-setter in whitewash |
| 2nd T20I | Dec 23, 2025 | T20I, Visakhapatnam | 129/3 (11.5) | 128/9 (20) | IND won by 7 wkts | S Verma POTM | Harshitha 33 | Fastest chase; Verma’s aggression shines |
| 3rd T20I | Dec 26, 2025 | T20I, Thiruvananthapuram | 221/2 (20) | 191/6 (20) | IND won by 30 runs | S Verma fireworks | Hasini Perera resistance | Record highest total vs SL; 162-run opening stand; Powerplay blitz |
| 4th T20I | Dec 28, 2025 | T20I, Thiruvananthapuram | 115/2 (13.2) | 112/7 (20) | IND won by 8 wkts | R Singh POTM | SL collapse | Bowling masterclass; Balls to spare chase |
| 5th T20I | Dec 30, 2025 | T20I, Thiruvananthapuram | 175/7 (20) | 160/7 (20) | IND won by 15 runs | H Kaur 68 POTM | Hasini Perera 65 | Captain’s knock caps 5-0; Emotional series finish |
| World Cup Opener | Sep 30, 2025 | ODI, Guwahati | 269/8 (47) | 211 (45.4) | IND won by 59 runs (DLS) | D Sharma all-round | Various | Rain thriller; Highest total; Deepti’s clutch performance |
Conclusion
In the end, India’s relentless machine—record chases, highest totals, clinical sweeps—has widened the gap, especially in 2025’s whitewashes. Yet Sri Lanka’s fighting spirit, led by Chamari Athapaththu, promises future sparks. This rivalry endures not just in scorecards, but in the hope that underdogs can still bite back and rewrite the script.
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