Sri Lanka eye series as WI look for decisive outing

22 October 2024 09:10 pm Views - 1225

• Sri Lanka and the West Indies will clash in the second ODI of their three-match series tomorrow at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy.

Having secured a victory in the first match, Sri Lanka now holds a 1-0 advantage and will aim to capitalise on their momentum to seal a series-clinching win.

In the opening match of the series, Sri Lanka came out with a solid all-around performance, successfully chasing a modest total set by the West Indies.

The key contributions came from Nishan Madushka and Charith Asalanka, who both hamered (69) and (77) respectively.

For Sri Lanka, the standout performers in the second ODI will be crucial again. The batting line-up will be expected again to deliver consistently to maintain their lead in the series.

Additionally, bowlers will also be expected to play a significant role so that the team can dominate the West Indies.

On the West Indies side, they will be looking to respond strongly after the setback in the first game. With the availability of power hitters, the West Indies will look to level the series before it heads into a decisive final ODI on Saturday at the same venue.

Out of the 66 ODI matches played between the two teams, Sri Lanka lead the series with 32 wins and closely followed by the West Indies with 31 wins and three games have ended in a no-result.

The teams:-

Sri Lanka (Probable XI): Nishan Madushka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (wk), Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (Captain), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Jeffrey Vandersay and Asitha Fernando.

West Indies (Probable XI): Brandon King, Alick Athanaze, Shai Hope (Captain and wk), Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Gudakesh Motie, Hayden Walsh, Jayden Seales and Alzarri Joseph. (Agencies)