Cricket Match Prediction | Sri Lanka vs West Indies | 2nd T20I | Oct 15 – Can SL back to the competition in this game?

SL vs WI Match Analysis

On October 15, 2024, Sri Lanka and West Indies will play the 2nd Twenty20 International (T20I) match of a three-match T20I series at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla, at 7:30 p.m. BDT. The T20I format has now seen four straight losses for Sri Lanka. The top order failed to contribute significantly, which caused the batting order to suffer.

The inaugural Twenty20 International saw the West Indies easily defeat Sri Lanka, establishing their superiority over them. West Indies have now won the last five games in head-to-head statistics thanks to that dominant performance.

SL vs WI Team Preview & Squads

Sri Lanka 

In the opening T20I series match, West Indies defeated the hosts, Sri Lanka, by a margin of five wickets. They lost seven wickets while attempting to reach a respectable target of 179 runs. Even though they were playing on a good surface, Sri Lanka’s top order found it difficult to counter the West Indies’ quick pace attack.

Charith Asalanka and Kamindu Mendis failed to salvage the Lankan innings. Mendis scored 51 runs from 40 balls with five fours and two sixes, while Asalanka’s captain smashed 59 runs from 35 balls with nine fours. It was Matheesha Pathirana spearheading the SL bowling attack. He claimed a couple of wickets for 27 runs in his 3.1 overs.

Other bowlers that picked up wickets were Wanindu Hasaranga, Kamindu Mendis, and Maheesh Theekshana. All of the Sri Lankan bowlers, meanwhile, gave up a lot of runs, and this bowling attack deficit may prove to be a problem for Sri Lanka the entire series.

Sri Lanka Squads

Sri Lanka

Avishka Fernando, Binura Fernando, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Chamindu Wickramasinghe, Kusal Mendis, Maheesh Theekshana, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dinesh Chandimal, Jeffrey Vandersay, Dunith Wellalage, Kusal Perera, Pathum Nissanka, Asitha Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, and Nuwan Thushara.

West Indies

In the opening game of the series, West Indies got off to a great start chasing after the game, with openers Evin Lewis and Brandon King playing outstandingly. Together, they scored 107 runs off of just 55 balls, putting the Caribbeans well on their way to victory.

The most impressive bowler for the West Indies was Romario Shepherd, who took two wickets for 39 runs in his four overs. One wicket apiece was claimed by Shamar Joseph, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, and Shamar Springer. 

Crucial fifties from Evin Lewis and Player of the Match Brandon King gave the West Indies batting lineup a strong foundation. The team won easily thanks to the runs scored by the middle and lower orders.

West Indies Squads

West Indies

Shai Hope, Fabian Allen, Romario Shepherd, Shamar Springer, Andre Fletcher, Roston Chase, Terrance Hinds, Sherfane Rutherford, Alzarri Joseph, Evin Lewis, Brandon King, Shamar Joseph, Rovman Powell, Gudakesh Motie, and Alick Athanaze.

Sri Lanka vs West Indies outfield report

Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla

The teams who bat first have won all three of the T20 international matches held at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla, according to the record. However, in their most recent encounter, the squad pursuing the target prevailed. It looks like the surface will probably continue to work in the batters’ advantage for the duration of the game. Therefore, it might be wiser to pursue the target rather than establish one for the captain who wins the coin flip.

Because of sporadic drizzle, the first game was played in less-than ideal conditions; the prediction suggests that the conditions for this fixture will be similar. The Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium offers a well-balanced course. It will provide bowlers and hitters with equal opportunities.

Sri Lanka vs West Indies Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In every one of their five games, Sri Lanka won two of them and West Indies won three.

Sri Lanka vs West Indies Prediction

Cricket analysts predict West Indies has a 51% chance of winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.