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The first match of the Sri Lanka Women tour of West Indies 2026 will start with the 1st ODI at the National Cricket Stadium in St George’s, Grenada. The match starts today at 9:30 AM local time.
West Indies Women lead the head-to-head record 18-17 after 35 ODI matches. West Indies are led by Hayley Matthews and have strong players like Deandra Dottin and Stafanie Taylor. They will try to use home conditions to take an early lead in the series.
Sri Lanka Women, captained by Chamari Athapaththu, also have a strong squad. Their spin bowlers, including Inoka Ranaweera and Sugandika Kumari, can play a big role in these conditions.
With such a close head-to-head record, this opening ODI could go either way. Let’s analyze the betting odds, conditions, and provide our expert prediction for this highly anticipated ODI series opener.
West Indies Women vs Sri Lanka Women 1st ODI Odds
The betting markets see this match as a very close contest. West Indies Women are slight favorites because they are playing at home. However, since both teams have a very similar head-to-head record, the odds remain very close.
| Platform | West Indies Women Win Odds | Sri Lanka Women Win Odds | Toss Odds (West Indies Women) | Toss Odds (Sri Lanka Women) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.85 | 1.98 | 1.9 | 1.9 |
| Stake | 1.87 | 1.95 | 1.91 | 1.89 |
| 4RABET | 1.84 | 2 | 1.88 | 1.92 |
| BetVibe | 1.86 | 1.97 | 1.9 | 1.9 |
West Indies Women vs Sri Lanka Women 1st ODI Facts
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | WIW vs SLW, 1st ODI |
| Series | Sri Lanka Women’s tour of West Indies 2026 |
| Date | Friday, February 20, 2026 |
| Time | 9:30 AM LOCAL, 1:30 PM GMT |
| Venue | National Cricket Stadium, St. George’s, Grenada |
West Indies Women vs Sri Lanka Women Squad
Both teams have selected strong squads, featuring a mix of experienced players and young talent. This balance should lead to competitive matches in what is expected to be a closely fought ODI series.
West Indies Women’s Squad
Hayley Matthews (c), Shemaine Campbelle (wk), Qiana Joseph, Deandra Dottin, Jannillea Glasgow, Stafanie Taylor, Jahzara Claxton, Aaliyah Alleyne, Afy Fletcher, Karishma Ramharack, Shawnisha Hector, Ashmini Munisar, Realeanna Grimmond, Shunelle Sawh, Chinelle Henry
Sri Lanka Women’s Squad
Chamari Athapaththu (c), Kaushani Nuthyangana (wk), Vishmi Gunaratne, Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshika Silva, Dewmi Vihanga, Sugandika Kumari, Malki Madara, Inoka Ranaweera, Imesha Dulani, Rashmika Sewwandi, Kawya Kavindi, Nimasha Madushani
Pitch Report of National Cricket Stadium, St. George’s, Grenada
The National Cricket Stadium in Grenada usually provides fair support to both batters and bowlers.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Behaviour | The pitch is likely to behave like a usual Caribbean surface. Fast bowlers may get some bounce and help early on, but the wicket should become better for batting. |
| Batting Assistance | Once batters spend some time at the crease, scoring should become easier. The ball is expected to come nicely onto the bat. |
| Bowling Assistance | Seamers could get swing and slight seam movement. As the match progresses, spinners may become more effective. |
| Average 1st Innings Score | The 1st total is between 220 and 240, competitive based on typical Caribbean pitch conditions. |
| Toss Impact | With a morning start, teams might prefer to bowl first to use any early moisture and swing. |
Weather Report
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 27°C, a pleasant morning temperature, will be comfortable for players. |
| Weather | The weather will be clear with a sunny day. |
| Precipitation | There is only 15% chance of rain. |
| Humidity | The humidity will be around 70%, which could help swing the ball. |
| Wind | Wind speed is expected to be 31 km/h, a strong breeze that will significantly assist swing bowlers. |
West Indies Women and Sri Lanka Women Head-to-Head in ODIs
This rivalry is balanced after 35 matches as the WI women won 18 matches and the SL women defeated them 17 times.
| Aspect | Result |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 35 |
| West Indies Women Won | 18 |
| Sri Lanka Women Won | 17 |
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Key Players to Watch
This close series opener will feature some of the best players in women’s cricket. Both teams have powerful batters and smart bowlers who can change the result of the match on their own.
| Players | ODI Stats |
|---|---|
| Hayley Matthews (WI) | 3047 runs and 125 wickets in 99 ODIs. |
| Deandra Dottin (WI) | 3785 runs and 79 wickets in 149 ODIs. |
| Stafanie Taylor (WI) | 5873 runs and 155 wickets in 170 ODIs. |
| Chamari Athapaththu (SL) | 4045 runs in 121 ODIs at an average of 35.17. |
| Inoka Ranaweera (SL) | 87 wickets in 86 matches at an economy rate of 4.54. |
| Sugandika Kumari (SL) | 42 wickets in 49 ODIs at an economy rate of 5.10. |
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