Match Preview – West Indies vs Sri Lanka( WI vs SL ), Dream11 Prediction, 2nd T20I Match. Who Will Win, On June 14, 2026

Match Details:

• Match: West Indies vs Sri Lanka( WI vs SL ), 2nd T20I Match, Australia tour of Pakistan 2026
• Date and Time: June 14,  12:30 pm GMT / 06:00 am IST / 07:30 pm local time
• Venue: Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica

WI vs SL Tips & Match Prediction:

Who will win the toss? – West Indies

Who will win the match? – West Indies

West Indies vs Sri Lanka Preview:

West Indies( WI ) is set to face Sri Lanka( SL ) in their 2nd T20I match during the Australia tour of Pakistan 2026. This match is scheduled to take place at the Sabina Park on Sunday, June 14.

West Indies may have shared the ODI series 1-0 after the last two matches were washed out without a ball being bowled, but they carried that momentum into the T20I series and made a winning start.

After winning the toss, Sri Lanka chose to bat first, but their innings never really got going. The West Indies bowlers dominated from the outset, restricting the visitors to 147/9 in their 20 overs.

Veteran all-rounder Jason Holder led the attack brilliantly, claiming 3 wickets for just 18 runs in his four-over spell. He was well supported by Shamar Joseph, who also picked up three wickets, finishing with figures of 3/29. Roston Chase chipped in with a wicket and kept things tight with his economical off-spin, ensuring the Sri Lankan batters never found any rhythm. Throughout the innings, the Caribbean bowlers maintained control and applied constant pressure.

Chasing a modest target, West Indies were guided home by captain Shai Hope, who anchored the innings with a composed 65 off 54 balls, including five fours and two sixes. Brandon King provided an aggressive start with 37 from just 22 deliveries, and the opening pair added 67 runs for the first wicket.

The middle order then played supporting roles when required. Roston Chase contributed 16 runs, Shimron Hetmyer added a quickfire 17 from nine balls, and Rovman Powell remained unbeaten as he helped Hope finish the chase comfortably.

In the end, it was West Indies’ bowlers who laid the foundation for victory, with Holder and Joseph producing match-winning spells before Hope’s classy half-century sealed a convincing win.

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Sri Lanka, meanwhile, are looking to rebuild after a disappointing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign, where they finished bottom of their Super 8 group. The tour of the West Indies marks the beginning of their preparations for the 2028 edition.

Although Sri Lanka claimed the ODI series 1-0 by winning the only completed match, they suffered a setback in the opening T20I, losing by seven wickets.

Captain Kusal Mendis won the toss and elected to bat first, but the decision failed to pay off as Sri Lanka lost three wickets during the powerplay. Mendis fought hard for his 36 runs, while Pathum Nissanka added 18, but the rest of the top order struggled to make an impact.

The bright spot came in the middle order, where Kamindu Mendis played an impressive knock of 51 from 39 balls at a strike rate of 130.77. Dasun Shanaka chipped in with 22 runs, but a lack of meaningful contributions from the rest of the batting lineup meant Sri Lanka could only post 147/9.

Defending a below-par total was always going to be difficult. Wanindu Hasaranga was the standout performer with the ball, taking 2/32 from his four overs and making good use of the spin-friendly conditions. Eshan Malinga also picked up the wicket of Roston Chase, but apart from those moments, the Sri Lankan bowling attack struggled to challenge the West Indies batters.

Sri Lanka will need a much-improved all-round performance if they are to level the series in the second T20I.

WI vs SL Possible Playing XI:

West Indies: Shai Hope(w/c), Brandon King, Shimron Hetmyer, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph.

Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis(w/c), Lasith Croospulle, Pavan Rathnayake, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Eshan Malinga, Dilshan Madushanka.

WI vs SL Recent 5 Match Performance:

WI vs SL Head-To-Head Records:

Stats	Match	WI Won	SL Won	NR	Tied
Overall	19	9	10	0	0
Recent 5 Matches	5	2	3	0	0

WI vs SL Toss Prediction:

We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bowl first.

WI vs SL Pitch Report:

Sabina Park in Kingston, Jamaica usually produces a fairly balanced T20 pitch with a slight advantage for fast bowlers early on. The surface offers good pace and bounce, allowing seamers to get movement with the new ball, especially under humid or evening conditions. As the innings progresses, batting becomes easier because the ball comes nicely onto the bat and the quick outfield helps in finding boundaries. Spinners may get some assistance in the middle overs if the pitch slows down a bit, but pacers generally remain the main threat throughout the match. In T20 games, a first-innings score around 165–180 is often considered competitive, while dew in night matches can make chasing slightly easier.

WI vs SL Weather Report:

At Sabina Park, Kingston on June 14 at 7:30 PM local time, the weather is expected to be warm and humid with typical Caribbean night conditions. Temperatures should stay around 27°C to 29°C during match hours, with high humidity making it feel a bit warmer. The sky is likely to be partly cloudy to mostly clear, though brief passing clouds cannot be ruled out. There is a low to moderate chance of isolated evening showers, but prolonged rain interruptions are not strongly expected at this stage. Light coastal breezes may help reduce heat slightly, while dew could develop later in the night, potentially affecting grip for bowlers. Overall, conditions look generally suitable for a full T20 match, with slight humidity and possible dew playing a small role in the second innings.

Expected Scores:

1st Innings Expected Score: 160–180 runs

2nd Innings Expected Score: 150–170 runs

Key Notes:

Sabina Park usually offers good pace and bounce early on, helping fast bowlers with the new ball.

Batting becomes easier once players settle, thanks to a fast outfield and true bounce.

The pitch is generally balanced but slightly batting-friendly under lights if wickets are in hand.

Dew factor in the second innings could make bowling difficult and favor the chasing side.

Spinners may get limited help, mainly in the middle overs if the surface slows down.

A score of 170+ in the first innings is competitive, but still chaseable under dew conditions.

West Indies vs Sri Lanka Full Squad:

West Indies: Shai Hope (c), Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Shimron Hetmyer, Amir Jangoo, Alzarri Joseph, Sherfane Rutherford, Shamar Springer, John Campbell, Justin Greaves, Ackeem Auguste, Shamar Joseph, Jayden Seales, Gudakesh Motie.

Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka, Pavan Rathnayake, Kusal Mendis (c), Charith Asalanka, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Dilshan Madushanka, Eshan Malinga, Asitha Fernando, Pramod Madushan, Janith Liyanage, Kamil Mishara, Milan Priyanath Rathnayake.