As we look at the Group 2 table in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, this Match 17 clash carries massive implications for the semi-final race. The West Indies are sitting pretty in second place with 4 points from their 2 games, boasting a perfect start with two wins out of two and a Net Run Rate of 0.233. Sri Lanka find themselves down in fifth place with just 2 points, having split their first two games with a win and a loss. Their heavy defeat has left them with a costly Net Run Rate of -2.040, meaning Chamari Athapaththu’s side has a massive mountain to climb to keep their knockout hopes alive.
For Sri Lanka, everything rides on their top order providing a solid platform; when they fail to fire, the rest of the line-up often struggles to build momentum or post competitive totals. Their spinners will need to exploit the conditions perfectly to choke the runs in the middle overs against a confident Windies team. Meanwhile, Hayley Matthews and her squad are riding a wave of momentum and look ready to lock down a spot in the next round. If the explosive West Indian power-hitters get going early on, their athletic fielding and aggressive style will make it incredibly difficult for the Lankans to pull things back.
Squads:
Sri Lanka Women’s Cricket Team
Chamari Athapaththu (C), Mithali Ayodhya, Kavisha Dilhari, Imesha Dulani, Vishmi Gunaratne, Hansima Karunaratne, Kaushini Nuthyangana, Kawya Kavindi, Sugandika Kumari, Malki Madara, Nimasha Meepage, Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Nilakshika Silva and Chethana Vimukthi
West Indies Women’s Cricket Team
Hayley Matthews (C), Shemaine Campbelle (WK), Shawnisha Hector, Stafanie Taylor, Deandra Dottin, Chinelle Henry, Jahzara Claxton, Mandy Mangru, Zaida James, Afy Fletcher, Karishma Ramharack, Qiana Joseph, Aaliyah Alleyne, Jannillea Glasgow, Ashmini Munisar
Where to Watch Sri Lanka Women vs West Indies Women?
Fans in India can watch the match live on Star Sports channels. Live streaming will be available on the JioHotstar website and app.
Schedule:
West Indies Women ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Fixtures –
June 13: vs New Zealand Women, Southampton – West Indies won by 7 wickets
June 18: vs Scotland Women, Leeds – Won by 7 runs
June 21: vs Sri Lanka Women, Bristol
June 24: vs England Women, Lord’s
June 27: vs Ireland Women, Bristol
Sri Lanka Women ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Fixtures –
June 12: vs England Women, Birmingham – Lost by 87 runs
June 16: vs New Zealand Women, Southampton – Won by 5 wickets
June 21: vs West Indies Women, Bristol
June 23: vs Ireland Women, Bristol
June 26: vs Scotland Women, Manchester
Broadcast and Live Streaming Details:
For fans in India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan and Maldives –
Catch all the live action on Star Sports channels and JioHotstar.
For fans in Australia –
Catch all the live action on Prime Video.
For fans in the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland –
Catch all the live action on Sky Sports Cricket and Sky Sports Main Event.
For fans in the United States and Canada –
Catch all the live action on Willow TV.
For fans in New Zealand –
Catch all the live action on Sky Sport.
For fans in South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa –
Catch all the live action on SuperSport Cricket.
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