Sri Lanka vs West Indies, 2nd ODI: Sri Lanka wins by 2 runs

Sri Lanka defeated West Indies by 2 runs in the 2nd ODI

Match Summary

In a thrilling finish, Sri Lanka defeated West Indies by 2 runs in the 2nd ODI at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium in Hambantota on Monday.

West Indies looked set for a comfortable win when they needed just 15 runs from the final two overs, but Sri Lanka's bowlers held their nerve to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat.

Sri Lanka's bowlers were led by Kasun Rajitha, who took 3/56. Wanindu Hasaranga and Chamika Karunaratne also chipped in with two wickets each.

For West Indies, Nkrumah Bonner top-scored with 50, while Shai Hope contributed 46. However, it was not enough to prevent Sri Lanka from leveling the series 1-1.

Key Moments

• Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to bat first.
• Sri Lanka made 275/9 in their 50 overs, with Pathum Nissanka top-scoring with 55.
• West Indies were bowled out for 273 in 49.3 overs.
• Kasun Rajitha was named Player of the Match for his match-winning bowling performance.

What's Next?

The third and final ODI of the series will be played at the same venue on Wednesday.

Sri Lanka will be looking to win the series, while West Indies will be desperate to avoid a series defeat.