Due to rain, the match was interrupted for over three hours, reducing Sri Lanka's chase to 37 overs with a DLS target of 232. Sri Lanka responded confidently, thanks to a solid partnership between Charith Asalanka (77) and Nishan Madushka (69), adding 137 runs for the third wicket. Despite losing a few quick wickets, Kamindu Mendis finished the game with a six, leading Sri Lanka to 234/5 in 31.5 overs, winning with 31 balls to spare.
Full Scorecard:
West Indies: 185/4 (38.3 overs)
- Sherfane Rutherford: 74* (82)
- Roston Chase: 33* (33)
- Wanindu Hasaranga: 6-0-18-2
Sri Lanka: 234/5 (31.5 overs)
- Charith Asalanka: 77 (83)
- Nishan Madushka: 69 (63)
- Kamindu Mendis: 24* (12)
- Gudakesh Motie: 2/47
Player of the Match: Charith Asalanka
Post-Match Reactions:
- Charith Asalanka (Sri Lanka Captain & PoTM): He credited his positive mindset and a well-executed partnership with Madushka for the win, highlighting how challenging it was for West Indies to bowl with the wet ball.
- Shai Hope (West Indies Captain): He emphasized that while the team had intent, especially Rutherford, they struggled with the wet conditions and promised to regroup for the next game.
Team Playing XIs:
- Sri Lanka: Charith Asalanka (c), Nishan Madushka, Kamindu Mendis, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dhananjaya de Silva, Maheesh Theekshana, Kasun Rajitha, Asitha Fernando, Jayden Seales
- West Indies: Shai Hope (c), Sherfane Rutherford, Brandon King, Roston Chase, Alick Athanaze, Keacy Carty, Romario Shepherd, Gudakesh Motie, Hayden Walsh, Jayden Seales, Alzarri Joseph
The next ODI is scheduled for October 23, 2024, at the same venue.
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