Sri Lanka have announced a six-match white-ball tour of the West Indies, with the two sides set to face off in three One-Day Internationals (ODIs) and three Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). The tour, scheduled for late February and early March, forms part of both teams’ preparations ahead of a busy international calendar and major ICC events later in the year.
All six matches will be played in the Grenada National Stadium in Grenada, providing Sri Lanka with valuable exposure to overseas conditions against a traditionally strong West Indies side. The series will begin with the ODI leg, followed by the T20I matches, offering a balanced mix of formats and competitive cricket for both teams.
The ODI series will get underway on 20 February, with the second and third matches scheduled for 22 and 25 February respectively. After a short break, attention will turn to the T20 format, with matches set to be played on 28 February, 1 March and 3 March. The tour is hosted at a single venue to streamline logistics and ensure optimal preparation for both squads.
The series carries added significance as both teams look to fine-tune combinations and assess player form ahead of upcoming global tournaments. With the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup on the horizon, the T20I leg in particular will be closely watched by selectors and fans alike. For Sri Lanka, the tour represents an important opportunity to build momentum and consistency in the shortest format, while the West Indies will aim to capitalize on home conditions to strengthen their squad depth.
Sri Lanka currently hold a slight edge over the West Indies in the ODI rankings, reflecting their steady performances in the 50-over format in recent years. The West Indies, however, are placed ahead of Sri Lanka in the T20I rankings, underlining their strength and experience in the shorter version of the game. This contrast sets the stage for a closely contested series across both formats.
The two teams have enjoyed a competitive rivalry in recent seasons, with past encounters producing entertaining and evenly matched contests. In their last meeting in 2024, Sri Lanka enjoyed success in the ODI series with 3-0, while the West Indies responded strongly in the T20Is as they won it 2-1. That pattern highlights the unpredictable nature of contests between the two sides and adds intrigue to the upcoming tour.
For the West Indies, the series provides a chance to test combinations and give opportunities to emerging players while maintaining their aggressive brand of white-ball cricket. Playing at home, they will look to assert dominance, particularly in the T20Is, where power hitting and familiarity with conditions can prove decisive.
Sri Lanka, meanwhile, will be eager to build on recent progress and translate it into consistent results away from home. The tour will allow the team to assess its bowling resources in Caribbean conditions and further develop batting depth, both of which will be crucial in the lead-up to major international tournaments. With six matches scheduled over a compact window, the tour promises sustained action and competitive cricket.
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