West Indies Women and Sri Lanka Women face off in the third and final ODI of the series at the National Cricket Stadium in St Georges, Grenada on February 25, 2026. Sri Lanka Women have already sealed the series 2-0, winning the first ODI by 10 runs and the second by 14 runs.
West Indies Women will be desperate to salvage pride in this final game, while Sri Lanka will look to complete a dominant series whitewash.
West Indies Women vs Sri Lanka Women Match Preview
Sri Lanka Women have been the superior side across both ODIs, with Chamari Athapaththu’s team delivering composed batting performances and a disciplined bowling effort to take an unassailable 2-0 lead. Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, and Vishmi Gunaratne have been key contributors with the bat, while the bowling unit has collectively kept West Indies in check at crucial moments.
West Indies Women, led by Hayley Matthews, have struggled to put together a complete performance in either game. Their batting has shown glimpses of promise through Matthews, Stafanie Taylor, and Deandra Dottin, but the team has ultimately fallen short. With the series already lost, this final match offers a chance to restore confidence and end the ODI leg on a positive note before the T20I series begins.
West Indies Women vs Sri Lanka Women Match Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | West Indies Women vs Sri Lanka Women, 3rd ODI |
| Date | 25 February 2026 |
| Time | 9:30 AM Local / 1:30 PM GMT |
| Venue | National Cricket Stadium, St Georges, Grenada |
| Series | Sri Lanka Women tour of West Indies 2026 |
| Context | 3rd and final ODI; Sri Lanka Women lead series 2-0 |
Pitch Report
The National Cricket Stadium in Grenada has historically favoured teams bowling first in ODIs, with 14 wins for sides fielding first compared to 11 for teams batting first across 26 ODIs at the venue. The average first innings score of 242 suggests the surface is reasonably good for batting, but the pitch tends to slow down as the game progresses, making chasing slightly more difficult. The highest score ever defended here was 208, which also happened to be in a SLW vs WIW encounter, indicating Sri Lanka’s ability to squeeze opposition batting units on this ground.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Moderate batting surface; slows through the innings |
| Average 1st Innings ODI Score | 242 |
| Pace vs Spin | Balanced early; spin grows more effective in middle overs |
| Toss Factor | Bowling first holds a historical edge at this venue |
| Boundary Size | Standard international dimensions |
Weather Report
Grenada on match day presents some concern, with light rain forecast and a precipitation risk of 20%. Temperatures are expected to sit at around 26 degrees Celsius, with relatively high humidity at 73% and brisk winds of 27 km/h. The conditions are warm and tropical, and while a full abandonment is unlikely, interruptions during the match cannot be ruled out. The DLS method may come into play if showers arrive during either innings.
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | Around 26 degrees Celsius during match hours |
| Sky | Light rain possible; partly cloudy |
| Rain Chance | 20% – interruptions are a realistic possibility |
| Humidity | 73% – high and humid throughout |
| Overall | Playable conditions expected, though disruptions are possible |
Toss Prediction
Given the historical advantage for teams bowling first at this venue and the possibility of rain making conditions slightly more difficult as the game progresses, both captains are likely to prefer fielding first. With moisture in the air and overcast skies, there may also be some early movement for the seamers, making bowling first an even more attractive option. The captain winning the toss is expected to elect to field.
Injury Updates
West Indies Women: No major injury concerns have been reported ahead of this match. The full squad is available for selection.
Sri Lanka Women: No major injury concerns have been reported. Sri Lanka are expected to field a similar XI to the one that won the second ODI.
Squads
West Indies Women: Hayley Matthews (c), Qiana Joseph, Shemaine Campbelle (wk), Stafanie Taylor, Chinelle Henry, Deandra Dottin, Jannillea Glasgow, Aaliyah Alleyne, Shawnisha Hector, Afy Fletcher, Karishma Ramharack, Ashmini Munisar, Jahzara Claxton, Realeanna Grimmond, Shunelle Sawh
Sri Lanka Women: Hasini Perera, Chamari Athapaththu (c), Harshitha Samarawickrama, Vishmi Gunaratne, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshika Silva, Kaushani Nuthyangana (wk), Dewmi Vihanga, Sugandika Kumari, Malki Madara, Inoka Ranaweera, Imesha Dulani, Rashmika Sewwandi, Kawya Kavindi, Nimasha Madushani
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West Indies Women vs Sri Lanka Women Head-to-Head ODI Record
Sri Lanka Women hold a narrow overall advantage in the ODI head-to-head between these two sides. Across 37 meetings, Sri Lanka has won 19 and West Indies 18, making this one of the more evenly contested rivalries in women’s cricket. However, in this current series, Sri Lanka has been the clearly dominant side, winning both games comfortably. West Indies will need to draw on their home advantage and experience to avoid a clean sweep in what is a proud cricketing rivalry.
| Category | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total ODI Matches | 37 |
| Sri Lanka Women Win | 19 |
| West Indies Women Win | 18 |
| Current Series | Sri Lanka Women lead 2-0 |
| Last Meeting | February 22, 2026 – Sri Lanka Women won by 14 runs |
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Top Picks For The Match
| Player | Key Points |
|---|---|
| Chamari Athapaththu | Sri Lanka’s captain and most explosive batter; the standout captain pick |
| Hayley Matthews | West Indies’ captain and best all-round option; dangerous with both bat and ball |
| Harshitha Samarawickrama | Consistent middle-order contributor across both ODIs in this series |
| Deandra Dottin | West Indies’ most dangerous batter; capable of single-handedly changing a match |
| Inoka Ranaweera | Experienced spinner who has been key to Sri Lanka’s bowling success in the series |
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