The stage is set for a thrilling series decider at Sabina Park West India and Sri Lanka get ready to lock horns in the third and final T20I. With the three-game series currently deadlocked at 1-1, both teams have everything to play for in Kingston. The hosts claimed the opening match with a clinical chase, but Sri Lanka bounced back in spectacular fashion in the second game to claim a 37-run win to level the scores.
The visitors will go forward with confidence after building up the middle order under pressure; Kamil Mishara and Dasun Shanaka Both smashed explosive half-centuries to power them to 194, before their spinners dismantled the Windies line-up. For West Indies, Capt Shai Umid will expect a more disciplined performance from the bowling unit at the death but also a more responsible display from the top-order batsmen. Fast bowler Shamar YusifHaving claimed three wickets in the previous match, remains the main threat for the hosts, while Sri Lanka will rely on the brilliance of the tandem. Wanindu Hasaranga and Dushmantha Chameera to use conditions. Expect a high-octane battle with the trophy in a straight line.
WI vs SL, 3rd T20I: Match details
- Date and Time: June 15, 6:00 AM IST / 12:30 PM GMT / June 13, 7:30 PM Local
- Location: Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica
WI vs SL Head to Head Record in T20Is
Matches played: 20 | West Indies Won: 9 | Sri Lanka Winner: 11
Sabina Park Pitch Report
The track at Sabina Park is expected to provide a highly competitive contest between bat and ball for this series decider. Known for its hard, fast surface that traditionally helps fast bowlers with good carry and bounce, recent games have shown that the pitch can also serve uneven bounce and a somewhat challenging, two-pace character. A fast pitch will provide full value for the innings at first, but as the match progresses, it will hold the surface and bring the spinners into play. An average first shot score hovering around 168 suggests that a target of around 175 would be quite competitive.
Groups
West Indies: Shai Hope (c & wk), Brandon King, Shimron Hetmyer, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Jewel Andrew, Ackeem Auguste, Shamar Springer
Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis (c & wk), Pathum NissankaLasith Croospulle, Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Eshan Malinga, Dilshan Madushanka, Dunith Wellalage, Milan Rathnayake, Binura Fernando, Nuwan Thathara, Kamil Misha
Also READ: Shai Hope’s thunderous knock guides West Indies to victory over Sri Lanka in the first T20I.
WI vs SL, 3rd T20I, Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- West Indies win the toss first
- West Indies powerplay score: 50-60
- West Indies Total Score: 170-180
Case 2:
- Sri Lanka take the toss first
- Sri Lanka power play score: 55-65
- Sri Lanka’s total score: 175-185
Match Result: The bowling team that comes first in the competition.
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