At the Galle International Stadium, career-best performances from Kavisha Dilhari (4-20) and Vishmi Gunaratne (50) propelled Sri Lanka to a decisive five-wicket victory, securing a 2-0 lead in their three-match ODI series against the West Indies.
West Indies, opting to bat first, were dismissed for a mere 92 runs. Without their key player Hayley Matthews, the team struggled significantly, with Rashada Williams (24) being the sole batter to reach a respectable score. Seven players failed to score beyond single digits. Achini Kulasuriya and Chamari Athapaththu also contributed with two wickets each.
In their chase, Sri Lanka encountered early setbacks as Aaliyah Alleyne and Shamila Cornell claimed quick wickets. However, a solid 58-run partnership between Dilhari and Gunaratne effectively dashed any hopes the West Indies had of defending their low total. Despite Karishma Ramharack taking two wickets in rapid succession, Sri Lanka comfortably reached their target.
Match Summary
- West Indies: 92 all out in 31 overs (Rashada Williams 24; Kavisha Dilhari 4-20, Chamari Athapaththu 2-8)
- Sri Lanka: 93/5 in 21.2 overs (Vishmi Gunaratne 50, Kavisha Dilhari 28; Karishma Ramharack 2-29)
- Result: Sri Lanka won by 5 wickets