West Indies Women vs Sri Lanka Women Match Prediction – 1st ODI 2026
Match: West Indies Women vs Sri Lanka Women, 1st ODI Date: February 20, 2026 | Time: 13:30 local / 7:30 PM IST Venue: National Cricket Stadium, St. George’s, Grenada
Who Has the Edge Today at St. George’s?
The wait is over. West Indies Women host Sri Lanka Women in the opening ODI of what promises to be a fiercely competitive series in Grenada. If you are trying to figure out who takes this game, you have come to the right place. This prediction breaks down the pitch conditions, recent form, key players, and the most likely match winner — so you can go into game day fully informed.
Both sides carry real motivation into this series opener. The hosts have not played 50-over cricket since June 2025, while Sri Lanka Women are fresh off a Women’s ODI World Cup campaign that ended just one step short of the semi-finals. That contrast in match sharpness could decide everything.
Match Details at a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | 1st ODI, Sri Lanka Women tour of West Indies 2026 |
| Venue | National Cricket Stadium, St. George’s, Grenada |
| Start Time | 13:30 local / 7:30 PM IST |
| Live Streaming | FanCode (App and Website) |
| Weather | Clear skies, 30°C, 0% rain chance |
Pitch Report – National Cricket Stadium, St. George’s
The surface here tends to reward patience. Spinners come into play as the ball ages, and stroke-making gets harder as the innings develop. Batters who rotate the strike effectively and keep their wickets intact stand a better chance of accelerating later.
The average score sits around 220. Expect a competitive total but not a run-fest. The team that bats smart through the middle overs holds the key.
Head-to-Head Record – WI W vs SL W
Thirty-five ODIs between these two sides — and the ledger could not be closer.
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 35 |
| West Indies Women Wins | 18 |
| Sri Lanka Women Wins | 17 |
| Most Recent Match | June 21, 2024 (SL W Won by 160 runs) |
Sri Lanka took the most recent contest in emphatic fashion. West Indies will look to reverse that result at home.
Recent Form – How Both Teams Arrive
| Team | Last 5 ODI Results |
|---|---|
| West Indies Women | L, L, W, L, L |
| Sri Lanka Women | W, L, L, L, L |
Neither side walks in on a wave of confidence. West Indies Women have won only once in their last five ODI outings, with their most recent series against South Africa ending in a 1-2 loss at home. Sri Lanka Women peaked at the World Cup but have struggled for consistency in shorter series since. The player who rises on the day gets the bragging rights.
Key Players to Watch
West Indies Women
Hayley Matthews (Captain) Matthews sets the tone at the top of the order. She doubles as a genuine bowling threat and carries 125 ODI wickets alongside 3,074 ODI runs. Her ability to influence both phases makes her the most dangerous player on the park.
Stafanie Taylor Stafanie Taylor stands as one of the most experienced players in women’s cricket. She holds 5,873 ODI runs and 155 wickets — extraordinary numbers by any measure. In this specific head-to-head fixture, Taylor ranks third on the all-time wicket-takers list with 30 scalps from 26 matches at an average of 19.13. She builds pressure quietly and efficiently through the middle overs.
Deandra Dottin One of the most destructive stroke-players in the Caribbean. Dottin can shift the momentum of a game in a matter of overs.
Afy Fletcher A wily spinner with 111 ODI wickets, Fletcher becomes increasingly dangerous on a surface that assists slow bowling as the game progresses.
Sri Lanka Women
Chamari Athapaththu (Captain) The standout name in the Sri Lanka lineup. Athapaththu sits on 4,045 ODI runs and represents a match-winner on any given day. She strikes the ball hard at the top of the order and sets the tone for everything that follows.
Vishmi Gunaratne An elegant batter who partners Athapaththu at the top. Gunaratne provides the technical stability to complement her captain’s aggression.
Inoka Ranaweera An experienced left-arm spinner who will relish the conditions as the game deepens. Expect her to be central to Sri Lanka’s bowling strategy.
Predicted Playing XIs
West Indies Women
Hayley Matthews (C), Qiana Joseph, Chinelle Henry, Deandra Dottin, Shemaine Campbelle (WK), Jahzara Claxton, Aaliyah Alleyne, Stafanie Taylor, Afy Fletcher, Karishma Ramharack, Realeanna Grimmond
Sri Lanka Women
Chamari Athapaththu (C), Vishmi Gunaratne, Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshi de Silva, Kaushini Nuthyangana (WK), Sugandika Kumari, Malki Madara, Inoka Ranaweera, Dewmi Vihanga
Match Scenario Breakdown
If Sri Lanka Women Bat First
Sri Lanka likely post 220-225. A disciplined bowling effort from West Indies, led by Matthews and Taylor, keeps the chase manageable. West Indies chase it down.
Predicted result: West Indies Women win
If West Indies Women Bat First
Matthews and Dottin attack early. West Indies post 250-270 on a good day. Sri Lanka face a stiff chase against a spin-heavy attack on a surface that only gets harder to bat on.
Predicted result: West Indies Women win
ICC Rankings Context
| Team | ODI ICC Ranking |
|---|---|
| Sri Lanka Women | No. 6 |
| West Indies Women | No. 9 |
Sri Lanka sit three spots above West Indies in the global rankings. On paper, that gives them the edge. But rankings rarely tell the full story in a home series — and West Indies play with an extra edge at the National Cricket Stadium.
Today Match Prediction – WI W vs SL W
West Indies Women take this one. Home conditions work in their favour, the spin trio of Matthews, Taylor, and Fletcher suits the surface, and the chasing team historically does well at St. George’s. Hayley Matthews and Stafanie Taylor are the two players most likely to determine the result.
Winner Prediction: West Indies Women
Conclusion
This is the kind of match that women’s ODI cricket deserves more of — two sides with proud histories, a nearly equal head-to-head record, and genuine match-winners across all departments. West Indies Women carry the home advantage and a well-rounded squad into the series opener. Sri Lanka Women bring a World Cup-hardened squad led by one of the best batters in the game. Do not miss a ball of this one. It has all the ingredients for a classic.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. Who will win today’s West Indies Women vs Sri Lanka Women ODI match? West Indies Women are the favourites to win the 1st ODI at home. Their strong all-round lineup, home conditions, and spin-friendly pitch give them the edge over Sri Lanka Women in this series opener.
Q2. What is the head-to-head record between West Indies Women and Sri Lanka Women in ODIs? Out of 35 ODIs played, West Indies Women have won 18 matches and Sri Lanka Women have won 17. The most recent match in June 2024 went to Sri Lanka Women.
Q3. What is the pitch like at the National Cricket Stadium in St. George’s for this ODI? The National Cricket Stadium pitch tends to assist spinners as the ball gets old. Batters need to rotate the strike well and preserve wickets. An average score of around 220 is expected.
Q4. Where can I watch the West Indies Women vs Sri Lanka Women live match online? You can watch the WI W vs SL W 1st ODI live on FanCode, available on their app and website. The match starts at 7:30 PM IST on February 20, 2026.
