The stage is set for a thrilling series decider at Sabina Park as the West Indies and Sri Lanka prepare to lock horns in the third and final T20I. With the three-match series currently deadlocked at 1-1, both teams have everything to play for in Kingston. The hosts claimed the opening fixture with a clinical chase, but Sri Lanka bounced back spectacularly in the second game, sealing a 37-run victory to level the scores.
The visitors will ride high on confidence after their middle order stepped up under pressure; Kamil Mishara and Dasun Shanaka both smashed explosive half-centuries to power them to a massive total of 194, before their spinners dismantled the Windies lineup. For the West Indies, skipper Shai Hope will expect a much more disciplined performance from his bowling unit at the death, alongside a more responsible display from the top-order batters. Fast bowler Shamar Joseph, who claimed a three-wicket haul in the previous match, remains a key threat for the home side, while Sri Lanka will rely on the tandem brilliance of Wanindu Hasaranga and Dushmantha Chameera to exploit the conditions. Expect a high-octane battle with the trophy right on the line.
WI vs SL, 3rd T20I: Match Details
- Date and Time: June 15, 6:00 AM IST / 12:30 AM GMT / June 13, 7:30 PM Local
- Venue: Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica
WI vs SL Head-to-Head Record in T20Is
Matches Played: 20 | West Indies Won: 9 | Sri Lanka Won: 11
Sabina Park Pitch Report
The track at Sabina Park is expected to offer a highly competitive contest between bat and ball for this series decider. Traditionally known for its hard, fast surface that assists the quick bowlers with good carry and bounce, recent games have shown that the pitch can also serve up an uneven bounce and a slightly challenging, two-paced nature. The fast outfield will give full value for strokes early on, but as the match progresses, the surface is likely to grip, bringing spinners into play. An average first-innings score hovering around 168 suggests a target near 175 will be quite competitive.
Squads
West Indies: Shai Hope (c & wk), Brandon King, Shimron Hetmyer, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Jewel Andrew, Ackeem Auguste, Shamar Springer
Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis (c & wk), Pathum Nissanka, Lasith Croospulle, Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Eshan Malinga, Dilshan Madushanka, Dunith Wellalage, Milan Rathnayake, Binura Fernando, Nuwan Thushara, Kamil Mishara
WI vs SL, 3rd T20I, Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- West Indies wins the toss and bats first
- West Indies’ powerplay score: 50-60
- West Indies’ total score: 170-180
Case 2:
- Sri Lanka wins the toss and bats first
- Sri Lanka’s powerplay score: 55-65
- Sri Lanka’s total score: 175-185
Match Result: Team bowling first to win the contest.
