After losing the toss, Sri Lanka made a steady start with an opening partnership of 28 before Nadine de Klerk provided the breakthrough for South Africa with the wicket of Harshitha Samarawickrama, who spooned one up to Tazmin Brits at short mid-wicket.

Source: https://www.standard.co.uk/sport/cricket/womens-t20-world-cup-sri-lanka-south-africa-b1059572.html

After Nissanka fell, Mendis marched forward to hit ten fours in his classy 63-ball 78, and his 105-run partnership with Samarawickrama fired Sri Lanka towards a big total.

Source: https://www.canindia.com/odi-wc-qualifiers-batters-hasaranga-star-in-sri-lankas-massive-175-run-win-over-uae/

Previous game’s centurion Sadeera Samarawickrama fell lbw to Zampa in the 30th over.

Source: https://www.centralchronicle.com/aus-make-opening-statement-at-world-cup/

Skipper Kusal Mendis, opener Pathum Nissanka and Sadeera Samarawickrama have been among the runs to an extent, without making a winning impact.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/cricket-world-cup/champions-trophy-qualification-the-only-matter-up-for-grabs-when-sri-lanka-bangladesh-meet-amidst-venomous-air-9014702/