Sri Lanka vs West Indies, 1st ODI – Match Details, Live Streaming, Pitch Report, Weather Forecast, Probable Playing XIs, Head-to-Head, Dream 11 Prediction

Sri Lanka vs West Indies: Sri Lanka will take on West Indies in the first ODI of the three-match series at the iconic Galle International Stadium in Sri Lanka on Saturday, June 15. The home team is struggling with their form. They will be eager to make a strong start in the series, leveraging their familiarity with the local conditions. Meanwhile, the West Indies squad has arrived in Sri Lanka following an impressive showing against Pakistan. 

Chamari Athapaththu will be leading the Sri Lanka side against the Caribbean side. They recently won the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2024 and will be high on confidence. They will be looking to carry forward the winning momentum in the upcoming series against the West Indies. The Sri Lankan team has a balanced squad with a mix of experienced players and promising young talent.

On the other hand, West Indies will be led by Hayley Matthews. They faced Pakistan in a limited-over series, whom they whitewashed in a three-match ODI series before winning the T20I series by a 4-1 margin. They will be eager to emulate the same performance on this visit. This tour against Sri Lanka provides a valuable opportunity for the West Indies to refine their preparations ahead of the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. The visiting team has a really strong squad. 

Sri Lanka vs West Indies, 1st ODI – Match Details

Date and Time: 15 June 2024, Saturday, 10:00 AM IST

Venue: Galle International Stadium, Galle, Sri Lanka

Live Streaming: FanCode App and Website

Sri Lanka vs West Indies, 1st ODI – Pitch Report

The pitch at this venue is a well-balanced surface. The pacers may get some movement off the surface with the new ball. As the game progresses, it becomes good for batting. The spinners will come into play as the ball gets old.

Sri Lanka vs West Indies, 1st ODI – Weather Report

The weather forecast is likely to be hot and humid with a clear sky. The temperature is expected to be around 30°C with 69% humidity. There are no chances of rain throughout the game.

Sri Lanka vs West Indies, 1st ODI – Probable Playing XIs

Sri Lanka: Anushka Sanjeewani(wk), Harshitha Samarawickrama, Chamari Athapaththu(c), Hasini Perera, Nilakshi De Silva, Kavisha Dilhari, Oshadi Ranasinghe, Inoka Ranaweera, Udeshika Prabodhani, Achini Kulasuriya, Sugandika Kumari

West Indies: Shemaine Campbelle, Rashada Williams(wk), Stafanie Taylor, Hayley Matthews(c), Chedean Nation, Chinelle Henry, Zaida James, Qiana Joseph, Cherry-Ann Fraser, Shamilia Connell, Afy Fletcher

Sri Lanka vs West Indies, 1st ODI – Head-to-Head Records

Prediction: West Indies to win the match.

Sri Lanka vs West Indies, 1st ODI – Key Players

Sri Lanka

1. Chamari Athapaththu – She has been in excellent form with the bat for Sri Lanka, with her 248 runs against South Africa. Athapaththu has been providing good starts to the innings which the later batters can build upon. Her role as an experienced all-rounder is very vital for the home team.
2. Udeshika Prabodhani – She will handle the seam department with her pace and length. Prabodhani has been in good form recently. She could be one of the best bowlers for the Sri Lankan side against the West Indies.

West Indies

1. Hayley Matthews – Hayley Matthews stands out as a premier all-rounder for the West Indies, consistently delivering strong performances with both bat and ball. Her ability to contribute significantly in multiple aspects of the game makes her an excellent player. She will be one of the important players to look for in this series.
2. Stafanie Taylor: Taylor is another player who is in great form in the recent past. Her role with the bat is very crucial for the West Indies. She is the consistent run scorer for her side contributing valuable runs at the top of the order. 

Sri Lanka vs West Indies, 1st ODI – Dream 11 Prediction

Wicket-Keeper: Shemaine Campbelle

Batters: Stafanie Taylor, Nilakshi De Silva

All-rounders: Chamari Athapaththu (vc), Hayley Matthews (c), Kavisha Dilhari, Oshadi Ranasinghe

Bowlers: Udeshika Prabodhani, Sugandika Kumari, Inoka Ranaweera, Afy Fletcher

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