• Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has officially announced the comprehensive schedule for the upcoming white-ball series against the West Indies.

  • The six-ball limited-overs leg will kick off from October 13 in Dambulla.

Sri Lanka Cricket announces the schedule for the home white-ball series against the West Indies
Sri Lanka vs West Indies (Image Source: X)

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has officially announced the comprehensive schedule for the upcoming bilateral series against the West Indies, featuring three ODIs and three T20Is.

Venue and white ball series details

The series is set to kick off on October 13 with the first T20I, followed closely by the second T20I on October 15 and concluding with the third T20I on October 17. The ODI segment of the series will commence from October 20, with subsequent matches scheduled for October 23 and 26. All T20Is will be hosted at the scenic Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, while the ODI matches will unfold at the illustrious Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele.

Momentum with Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka will head into the upcoming series riding a wave of momentum following a string of impressive performances. The team recently secured an ODI series win over India, a Test match triumph against England at The Oval, and a commendable showing in the ongoing Test series against New Zealand. Their confidence wi🥂ll be high as they look to continue this winning streak.

Also READ: SL vs NZ: Netizens react as Kusal Mendis hits a stunning c✱entury🐠 on Day 2 of the second Test in Galle

West Indies’ recent form

While the West Indies have encountered challenges in Test cricket, they will take heart from their recent success in the shorter format. The side clinched a dominant 3-0 victory in the T20I series against South Africa at home, showcasing their prowess in the limited-overs format. As th🥂ey gear up for the series against Sri Lanka, they’ll be eager to translate that success into theꦰ longer formats.

ODI and T20 Head-to-Head

In the ODI format, both teams have been evenly matched over the years, with the West Indies holding a slight edge. West Indies team has 31 wins to Sri Lanka’s 30 in their he✤ad-to-head encounters. However, in T20Is, Sri Lanka holds a narrow advantage with eight wins, while the West Indies have seven. This close competition between the two teams promises an exciting contest across both formats in the upcoming series.

West Indies tour of Sri Lanka 2024:

T20I series fixture:

  • 1st T20I: October 13 at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla
  • 2nd T20I: October 15 at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla
  • 3rd T20I: October 17 at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla

ODI series fixture:

  • 1st ODI: October 20 at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele
  • 2nd ODI: October 23 at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele
  • 3rd ODI: October 26 at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Pallekele

Also READ: SL vs NZ: Fans erupt as Kamindu Men🐷dis shatters records with 5th Test centu🌳ry on Day 2 of the 2nd Test

Subscribe to to watch Exclusive Interviews, Podcasts, Daily News Updates & Explainers.

TAGS:

CATEGORY: Featured ODI Sri Lanka T20 West Indies

For latest cricket news and updates, subscribe to our Weekly Newsletter.

About the Author:
Amar is a sports enthusiast and a talented writer who has found the perfect career that combines his two passions. As a valuable member of Cricket Times, Amar brings his passion for cricket and his talent for writing to the fore, providing readers with insightful and engaging content. Cricket lives rent-free in his mind. A person who views cricket as a metaphor for life. You can connect with Amar at amar.bhalla@betvisa69.com and also follow him on .