West India They begin their 2026 home season with a three-match ODI series against Sri Lankawill be played with the bootloader Sabina Park in Kingston on Wednesday. The hosts will be eager to get off to a winning start after finishing with a 3-0 series defeat against their last ODI destination. New Zealand In November 2025.
Meanwhile, Sri Lanka arrive in the Caribbean for a full-fledged tour comprising ODIs, T20Is and Tests. The visitors were last seen earlier this year when they suffered a 2-1 series defeat against ODIs. England at home. The series will also be an important milestone Where in Mandyappointed to captain Sri Lanka for the first time in the ODI format. Both teams look forward to an exciting contest in Jamaica, looking to build momentum in the 50-over format.
WI vs SL, 1st ODI: Match details
- Date and Time: May 3, 20:00 IST / 14:30 GMT / 9:30 Local
- Location: Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica
WI vs SL head to head record in ODIs
Matches played: 68 | West Indies Won: 32 | Sri Lanka won: 33 | No Result/Tie: 3
Sabina Park Pitch Report
Sabina Park has generally produced slower surfaces in recent years, making hitting difficult in the early stages of the stroke. Batsmen are expected to spend time at the crease before playing their shots, while bowlers who maintain disciplined lines and lengths can find success.
The weather forecast indicates the possibility of cloud cover during the match, which could provide extra action for the sailors with the new ball. Batting conditions may improve as the innings progresses, although the surface may continue to offer assistance to bowlers who vary their speeds effectively.
Notably, the venue last hosted ODI cricket in 2022 when West Indies took on Ireland in a three-match series. Scores throughout this series were not particularly high, suggesting that a total in the 260-280 region could show a high level of competitiveness. A captain who wins the toss may prefer to bat first and take advantage of the early conditions.
Groups
West Indies: Shai Hope (c & wk), Ackeem Auguste, John Campbell, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Shimron Hetmyer, Amir Jangoo, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Shefane RutherfordJayden Seales, Shamar Springer
Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis (c & wk), Charith Asalanka, Dushmantha Chameera, Asitha Fernando, Wanindu Hasaranga, Janith Liyanage, Dilshan Madushanka, Eshan Malinga, Kamindu Mendis, Kamil Mishara, Pathum Nissanka, Pramod Madushan, Pavan Rathnayake, Milanagee,
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WI vs SL, 1st ODI, Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- West Indies win the toss first
- Sri Lanka powerplay score: 50-60
- Sri Lanka’s total score: 270-290
Case 2:
- Sri Lanka toss first
- West Indies power play score: 45-55
- West Indies Total Score: 260-280
Match Result: The bowling team that came first in the competition.
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