Sri Lanka Women vs West Indies Women ODI Match 2026
The second ODI of the Sri Lanka Women tour of West Indies 2026 delivered another gripping contest as Sri Lanka Women's National Cricket Team defeated West Indies Women's Cricket Team by 14 runs at the National Cricket Stadium, St George's, Grenada.
After choosing to bowl first, West Indies aimed to restrict Sri Lanka to a manageable total. Sri Lanka Women managed 208 runs in 47.1 overs, led by a solid half-century from Vishmi Gunaratne. Although the total appeared modest, Sri Lanka’s bowlers delivered a disciplined performance to defend the target.
In response, West Indies Women showed resistance through Jannillea Glasgow, who scored a fighting 50. However, consistent wickets and tight bowling from Sri Lanka ensured West Indies were bowled out for 194 in 48 overs.
The victory gave Sri Lanka Women a 2–0 lead in the ODI series, showcasing their strong all-round performance and control in pressure situations.
Match Overview
The second ODI carried significant importance for both teams, as Sri Lanka aimed to extend their advantage in the series while West Indies hoped to level the contest. The match unfolded as a tactical battle between bat and ball, with momentum shifting multiple times throughout the innings.
Sri Lanka’s batting innings was anchored by Vishmi Gunaratne, who scored a well-constructed 58. Contributions from Harshitha Samarawickrama and Nilakshika Silva added valuable runs, pushing the total past 200 despite regular wickets.
West Indies bowlers fought back effectively, with Karishma Ramharack and Afy Fletcher leading the attack. Their disciplined spells kept Sri Lanka from building big partnerships.
In the chase, West Indies struggled to establish strong partnerships early. Although Jannillea Glasgow’s half-century kept the hosts in the hunt, Sri Lanka’s bowlers applied consistent pressure. Sugandika Kumari and Inoka Ranaweera delivered key breakthroughs, eventually sealing a narrow but important victory for the visitors.
Quick Info
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Venue: National Cricket Stadium, St George's, Grenada
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Date: February 22, 2026
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Time: 9:30 AM Local Time
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Player to Watch: Inoka Ranaweera
1st Innings – Sri Lanka Women Batting
Sri Lanka Women faced early challenges after losing opener Hasini Perera cheaply. Captain Chamari Athapaththu attempted to stabilize the innings with a quick 32, but West Indies bowlers maintained pressure by picking up wickets at regular intervals.
The innings gained momentum when Vishmi Gunaratne took control, playing a mature knock of 58 runs from 66 balls. Her innings included five boundaries and helped Sri Lanka reach a competitive position.
Middle-order batter Harshitha Samarawickrama added 35 runs, while Nilakshika Silva contributed a rapid 29 from just 22 balls, giving Sri Lanka crucial runs during the middle overs.
West Indies’ bowling effort was led by Karishma Ramharack, whose economical spell produced three wickets.
Top Performers – 1st Innings
| Player | Team | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vishmi Gunaratne | Sri Lanka Women | 58 | 66 |
| Harshitha Samarawickrama | Sri Lanka Women | 35 | 64 |
| Nilakshika Silva | Sri Lanka Women | 29 | 22 |
| Bowler | Team | Wickets | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karishma Ramharack | West Indies Women | 3 | 26 |
| Afy Fletcher | West Indies Women | 2 | 40 |
Sri Lanka were eventually bowled out for 208, setting a challenging but achievable target for West Indies.
2nd Innings – West Indies Women Chase
West Indies Women started cautiously in the chase but suffered early setbacks when captain Hayley Matthews and Qiana Joseph were dismissed within the first ten overs.
The middle order attempted to rebuild through partnerships between Shemaine Campbelle and Stafanie Taylor. However, Sri Lanka’s spin attack proved difficult to handle.
Jannillea Glasgow emerged as the standout batter for West Indies with a determined 50 from 69 balls, keeping the chase alive. Afy Fletcher’s late cameo of 20 runs briefly revived hopes for the home side.
However, Sri Lanka’s bowlers maintained control during the final overs. Sugandika Kumari picked up three wickets, while Inoka Ranaweera also claimed three crucial dismissals.
The hosts were eventually bowled out for 194, falling short by 14 runs.
Top Performers – 2nd Innings
| Player | Team | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jannillea Glasgow | West Indies Women | 50 | 69 |
| Shemaine Campbelle | West Indies Women | 30 | 35 |
| Stafanie Taylor | West Indies Women | 27 | 45 |
| Bowler | Team | Wickets | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sugandika Kumari | Sri Lanka Women | 3 | 38 |
| Inoka Ranaweera | Sri Lanka Women | 3 | 44 |
Top Performer – Player of the Match
Sugandika Kumari – 3 wickets
Sugandika Kumari played a decisive role with the ball, breaking key partnerships during the West Indies chase. Her controlled bowling helped Sri Lanka maintain pressure and ultimately secure the victory.
Final Result
Sri Lanka Women defeated West Indies Women by 14 runs.
Conclusion
With this win, Sri Lanka Women now lead the ODI series 2–0, putting them in a strong position to dominate the tour. Their balanced performance with both bat and ball highlights the team’s depth and strategic discipline.
For West Indies Women, the loss exposes areas that require improvement, particularly in building partnerships during the chase. Despite strong individual efforts, the team struggled to maintain consistency.
As the series moves forward, both teams will look to refine their strategies and deliver even more competitive cricket in the upcoming matches.
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