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WI vs SL, 2nd T20I, Match Prediction: Who will win today’s game, West Indies or Sri Lanka? | Read
Sandy Verma | June 14, 2026 5:24 AM CST

west indies And Sri Lanka They will face each other in the second T20I of the three-match series at Sabina Park, Kingston. The hosts are entering this encounter on the back of a comfortable seven-wicket win in the first match. Chasing a modest target of 148, West Indies displayed their batting depth and composure, with captain shy hope Handled the innings brilliantly with an unbeaten half-century.

The Caribbean team was particularly impressive with its bowling in the first T20I. jason holder performed a match-winning spell of 3/18, while Shamar Joseph Contributed with three wickets as Sri Lanka struggled to build partnerships after a promising start. The fast bowlers took advantage of the available bounce and successfully restricted the visitors to 147/9.

Meanwhile, Sri Lanka will be keen to bounce back and level the series. Kamindu Mendis performed well with a struggling score of 51, while Kushal Mendis provided the early momentum with an aggressive 36. However, lack of support from the middle order proved costly. The visiting team may consider changing its combination, possibly Dunith Velalge To strengthen their batting depth and spin resources by including.

WI vs SL, 2nd T20I: Match Details

  • Date and Time: June 14, 6:00 AM IST / 12:30 AM GMT / June 13, 7:30 PM local
  • place: Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica

WI vs SL head-to-head record in T20Is

Matches played: 19 | West Indies won: 9 | Sri Lanka won: 10

sabina park pitch report

The Sabina Park surface provided reasonable pace and bounce during the first T20I, which helped the fast bowlers get the extra bounce. While the pitch is expected to be a little slower for the second match, the fast bowlers should get assistance with the new ball, especially at night.

As the innings progresses, the role of spinners may become more important. Sri Lankan spin pair Wanindu Hasaranga And Mahesh Theekshana Could become a major factor during the middle overs if the surface becomes slower. Batsmen who spend time at the crease should be rewarded, but there cannot be complete simplicity in stroke making.

The weather forecast looks favourable, and a full game is expected. Given the success of the chase in the first match, the captain who wins the toss may again opt to bowl first.

squad

West Indies: Shai Hope (captain and wicketkeeper), Brandon King, Shimron Hetmyer, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Matthew Ford, Akeal Hossain, Shamar Joseph, Gudkesh Moti, Jewel Andrew, Akeem August, Shamar Springer.

Sri Lanka: Kushal Mendis (captain and wicketkeeper), pathum nisankaLasith Kruspulle, Pawan Ratnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Mahesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Ishan Malinga, Dilshan Madhushanka, Dunith Velalage, Milan Ratnayake, Binura Fernando, Nuwan Thushara, Kamil Mishara.

WI vs SL, 2nd T20I, Today Match Prediction

Case 1:

  • West Indies win the toss and bowl first
  • Sri Lanka’s powerplay score: 40-50
  • Sri Lanka’s total score: 155-165

Case 2:

  • Sri Lanka wins the toss and bowls first
  • West Indies’ powerplay score: 50-60
  • West Indies’ total score: 165-175

Match Result: The team bowling first is likely to win.


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