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Sri Lanka Take 1-0 Lead Over West Indies Ahead of Grenada T20I Decider

Previews tip the chasing side on a spin-aiding surface at the National Cricket Stadium.

Overview

  • Sri Lanka won the 2nd T20I by four wickets, reaching 102/6 in 18.1 overs after bowling West Indies out for 101 in St. George's.
  • Chamari Athapaththu top-scored with 39 and shared a 62-run opening stand with Hasini Perera to set up the chase.
  • Malki Madara (3/16) and Nilakshika Silva (3/20) led Sri Lanka’s attack, with Hayley Matthews top-scoring for West Indies on 28.
  • The opener was abandoned due to rain, leaving Sri Lanka 1-0 up entering the series decider on March 3 in Grenada.
  • Analysts expect spin to be influential and suggest a historical edge for teams chasing, with streaming listed on FanCode.