Sri Lanka vs West Indies Live Score: Sri Lanka Seal ODI Series Triumph

Sri Lanka's Fightback Secures Victory

In a thrilling encounter filled with twists and turns, Sri Lanka emerged victorious in the third and final ODI against West Indies, sealing their series triumph. After West Indies posted a formidable total of 308 runs, riding on half-centuries from Shai Hope and Kyle Mayers, Sri Lanka showcased remarkable resilience to chase down the target and claim a 2-1 series victory.

Gunathilaka's Blitz Guides Sri Lanka's Chase

Sri Lanka's pursuit of the target was spearheaded by Pathum Nissanka, who laid the foundation with a steady 51 runs. Bhanuka Rajapaksa provided valuable support with a fluent 31, but it was Dhananjaya de Silva who played the anchoring role, scoring a crucial 57 runs at a crucial juncture. However, the game turned on its head when opener Danushka Gunathilaka unleashed a brilliant counterattack, scoring an explosive 91 runs from just 54 deliveries. His innings, studded with 8 boundaries and 5 maximums, propelled Sri Lanka towards the victory target.

Sri Lankan Bowlers Rise to the Occasion

Despite West Indies' strong batting performance, Sri Lanka's bowlers played a significant role in restricting them to a manageable total. Kasun Rajitha led the charge with three wickets, while Chamika Karunaratne picked up two crucial wickets to dent West Indies' middle order. Maheesh Theekshana and Dhananjaya de Silva also chipped in with a wicket each, ensuring that the Windies innings never really gained momentum.

West Indies' bowlers fought valiantly, with Alzarri Joseph and Odean Smith picking up a couple of wickets each. However, the Sri Lankan batters held their nerve, rotating the strike and finding boundaries at regular intervals. In the end, Sri Lanka reached the target with 10 balls to spare, securing a memorable series victory.