SL vs WI: Sri Lanka Wins First ODI Match Against West Indies by 5 Wickets

Sri Lanka Takes Lead in ODI Series Against West Indies

There is a three-match ODI series between Sri Lanka and the West Indies. Sri Lanka won the first match of the series. After winning the toss, West Indies captain Shai Hope decided to bat first. However, frequent rains disrupted the match. The West Indies batted first and scored 185 runs in 38.3 overs. According to the Duckworth Lewis rules, the Sri Lankan team had to reach 232 runs in 37 overs.

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Sri Lanka’s Strong Batting Performance

Then Sri Lanka started to celebrate coach Sanath Jayasuri and brought the team closer to victory. Sri Lanka lost 5 wickets in 31.5 overs. The first wicket in the form of Inquisha Fernando fell to the second over in just 6 runs. Kusal Mendis, who came after that, could not do anything special. The 13-ball was dismissed for 13. Sadira Samar Vikram’s innings was over 18 runs. However, Nishan Madhushanaka and Charyth Aslakha played a good game. Their innings made the Sri Lankan victory easier. Sri Lankan team Nishan Madhushka scored 69, while Charith Aslam scored 77 runs.

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Series Outlook and Next Match

Sri Lanka has taken a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series. Earlier, the 3-match T20 series against the West Indies was pocketed 2-1. Now Sri Lankan team has won a grip by winning the first match of the ODI series. Therefore, in the series on the West Indies, the comeback will be suppressed. West Indies will have to win by doing anything else, otherwise, the series will go to the Sri Lankan team. The second ODI will be held on October 23.

Playing XI

• Sri Lanka: Nishan Madushka, Avishka Fernando, Kusal Mendis (Wicketkeeper), Kamindu Mendis, Charith Asalanka (Captain), Sadira Samarawickrama, Jhunth Liong, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Jeffrey Vandersay.
• West Indies: Brandon King, Alik Athanaze, Shai Hope (Wicketkeeper/Captain), Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Gudakesh Motie, Hayden Walsh, Jayden Seales, Alzarri Joseph