Sri Lanka Women vs West Indies Women – 1st T20I Match 2026 Match Report
Match Overview
The opening game of the Sri Lanka Women tour of West Indies 2026 witnessed a dramatic start at the National Cricket Stadium in St George’s, Grenada, where bowlers dominated proceedings before rain brought the match to an abrupt halt.
After winning the toss, West Indies Women opted to bat first, hoping to put early pressure on the visitors. However, the Sri Lankan bowling attack had other plans. Led by disciplined spells from Kavisha Dilhari, Sugandika Kumari, and Malki Madara, Sri Lanka dismantled the West Indies batting lineup with relentless accuracy and clever variations.
The Caribbean side struggled from the start and never recovered after losing quick wickets in the powerplay. They were eventually bundled out for just 49 runs in 13.3 overs, one of their lowest totals in T20Is.
Sri Lanka began their chase cautiously and reached 7 without loss in 2.5 overs, but persistent rain forced officials to abandon the match, resulting in no result. Despite the washout, Sri Lanka’s bowlers produced a memorable performance that set the tone for the remainder of the series.
Quick Info
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Venue: National Cricket Stadium, St George’s, Grenada
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Date: February 28, 2026
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Time: 1:00 PM Local Time
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Player to Watch: Kavisha Dilhari (Sri Lanka Women)
1st Innings – West Indies Women Batting
West Indies’ batting collapse began early when Qiana Joseph departed for 7 runs. Captain Hayley Matthews showed brief resistance but was dismissed by Inoka Ranaweera, triggering a chain reaction of wickets.
Veterans Stafanie Taylor and Deandra Dottin failed to stabilize the innings as Sri Lanka’s spinners controlled the middle overs. The disciplined bowling attack never allowed the hosts to build any partnerships.
Only Aaliyah Alleyne, who remained unbeaten on 7, managed to survive the collapse as West Indies were bowled out for 49 runs in 13.3 overs.
Performance Table – 1st Innings
| Top Batsmen | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Shemaine Campbelle | 7 | 12 |
| Qiana Joseph | 7 | 7 |
| Aaliyah Alleyne* | 7 | 20 |
| Top Bowlers | Overs | Wickets | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kavisha Dilhari | 2.3 | 3 | 5 |
| Sugandika Kumari | 3 | 2 | 8 |
Sri Lanka’s bowling unit maintained relentless pressure, never allowing the West Indies batters to settle.
2nd Innings – Sri Lanka Women Batting
Chasing a modest target, Sri Lanka began cautiously as Chamari Athapaththu and Hasini Perera opened the innings. The pair focused on building a steady start rather than taking unnecessary risks.
Athapaththu struck the only boundary of the chase, while Perera rotated the strike effectively. Sri Lanka reached 7 runs without loss in 2.5 overs before rain began to fall heavily, eventually forcing the umpires to abandon the match.
Performance Table – 2nd Innings
| Top Batsmen | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Chamari Athapaththu* | 5 | 10 |
| Hasini Perera* | 2 | 7 |
| — | — | — |
| Top Bowlers | Overs | Wickets | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayley Matthews | 1.5 | 0 | 3 |
| Chinelle Henry | 1 | 0 | 4 |
Top Performer
Kavisha Dilhari (Sri Lanka Women)
Although the match ended without an official result, Kavisha Dilhari stood out as the most impactful performer. Her spell of 3 wickets for just 5 runs in 2.3 overs dismantled the lower order and ensured West Indies were bowled out cheaply. Her economical bowling and crucial breakthroughs made her the standout player of the match.
Final Result
Match Result: No Result (Rain Interrupted)
Sri Lanka Women were 7/0 in 2.5 overs chasing 50 when rain forced the match to be abandoned.
Conclusion
Despite the washout, Sri Lanka Women will take significant confidence from their dominant bowling display. Bundling West Indies out for just 49 highlighted their disciplined attack and strong spin options.
For West Indies, the batting collapse will be a major concern heading into the next match of the series. Experienced players like Matthews, Taylor, and Dottin will need to step up if the hosts want to bounce back.
With several matches remaining in the series, both teams will be eager to make adjustments and fight for momentum. If Sri Lanka’s bowlers continue their impressive form, the visitors could pose a serious challenge in the upcoming T20Is.
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