The Sri Lanka Women’s cricket team embarks on an exciting Caribbean adventure as they tour the West Indies from February 20 to March 3, 2026, for a highly anticipated bilateral series.
This tour features three ODI matches and three T20I matches across the beautiful islands of Grenada. The series carries significant importance as both teams look to build momentum and test their squads in international conditions.
West Indies, playing at home, will look to use familiar conditions to their advantage. Sri Lanka brings a determined squad ready to challenge the Caribbean women in both formats, promising competitive cricket throughout the tour.
Sri Lanka Women’s Tour of West Indies 2026 – Series Schedule
The series spans two weeks of intense cricket action across both ODI and T20I formats. This tour provides both teams with crucial match practice and helps them prepare for upcoming international tournaments.
The complete schedule includes six matches total, with three ODI matches followed by three T20I matches, giving fans the chance to enjoy both formats at the historic National Cricket Stadium in Grenada.
ODI Series
| Match | Date | Venue | Time (IST) | Time (GMT) | Time (Local) | Match Start (GMT) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI | Fri, Feb 20, 2026 | St. George’s, National Cricket Stadium | 7:30 PM | 2:00 PM | 10:00 AM | Feb 20, 14:00 GMT |
| 2nd ODI | Sun, Feb 22, 2026 | St. George’s, National Cricket Stadium | 7:30 PM | 2:00 PM | 10:00 AM | Feb 22, 14:00 GMT |
| 3rd ODI | Wed, Feb 25, 2026 | St. George’s, National Cricket Stadium | 7:30 PM | 2:00 PM | 10:00 AM | Feb 25, 14:00 GMT |
T20I Series
| Match | Date | Venue | Time (IST) | Time (GMT) | Time (Local) | Match Start (GMT) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st T20I | Sat, Feb 28, 2026 | St. George’s, National Cricket Stadium | 11:30 PM | 6:00 PM | 2:00 PM | Feb 28, 18:00 GMT |
| 2nd T20I | Sun, Mar 1, 2026 | St. George’s, National Cricket Stadium | 11:30 PM | 6:00 PM | 2:00 PM | Mar 01, 18:00 GMT |
| 3rd T20I | Tue, Mar 3, 2026 | St. George’s, National Cricket Stadium | 11:30 PM | 6:00 PM | 2:00 PM | Mar 03, 18:00 GMT |
Venue For Sri Lanka Women’s Tour of West Indies 2026
National Cricket Stadium, St. George’s, Grenada
The National Cricket Stadium in St. George’s serves as the venue for all six matches of this bilateral series. Located in the beautiful island nation of Grenada, this stadium offers a picturesque setting for international cricket.
The pitch at the National Cricket Stadium typically provides balanced conditions for both batters and bowlers. The Caribbean weather creates warm, humid conditions that can help swing bowlers early in the innings. The outfield is generally fast, rewarding good shots with boundaries.
Grenada’s passionate cricket fans create a vibrant atmosphere during international matches. The stadium offers good viewing facilities from all sections, making it an excellent venue for women’s cricket. The ground has hosted several important matches over the years and continues to be a favourite destination for touring teams.
Sri Lanka Women’s Tour of West Indies 2026 Squads
Both teams have announced their squads featuring experienced international players and promising young talents. The selections show good balance across batting, bowling, and all-round departments for both formats.
ODI and T20I Squads
The squads for both formats remain largely similar, with players selected based on their versatility across different game situations.
| Country | Squad |
|---|---|
| Sri Lanka Women(ODI and T20I) | Chamari Athapaththu (Captain), Vishmi Gunaratne, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Imesha Dulani, Nilakshika Silva, Hasini Perera, Kavisha Dilhari, Dewmi Vihanga, Rashmika Sewwandi, Kaushani Nuthyangana, Inoka Ranaweera, Sugandika Kumari, Nimasha Madushani, Malki Madara, Kawya Kavindi |
| West Indies Women(ODI) | Hayley Matthews (Captain), Chinelle Henry, Deandra Dottin, Realeanna Grimmond, Qiana Joseph, Stafanie Taylor, Aaliyah Alleyne, Jahzara Claxton, Jannillea Glasgow, Ashmini Munisar, Shemaine Campbelle, Shunelle Sawh, Afy Fletcher, Shawnisha Hector, Karishma Ramharack |
Sri Lanka features captain Chamari Athapaththu leading a balanced squad with quality batters and spinners. West Indies brings home advantage under Hayley Matthews’ captaincy with powerful all-rounders and experienced players who know the conditions well. West Indies not announced their T20I squads yet.
West Indies Women vs Sri Lanka Women – Head-to-Head Record
The head-to-head record between these two teams shows extremely close competition in both formats, making this series highly unpredictable and exciting.
| Format | Total Matches | West Indies Won | Sri Lanka Won | Tied | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20I | 26 | 20 | 5 | – | 1 |
| ODI | 35 | 18 | 17 | 0 | 0 |
West Indies hold a very slight edge in ODI cricket with 18 victories compared to Sri Lanka’s 17 wins in 35 matches. This incredibly close record shows how evenly matched these teams are in the 50-over format. Every match between them has produced a result, with no ties or abandoned games. The narrow difference of just one win demonstrates the competitive nature of this rivalry.
Key Players to Watch
Several talented cricketers from both teams will be crucial to their chances of success in this bilateral series across both formats.
Sri Lanka Women
| Player | Role | Importance |
|---|---|---|
| Chamari Athapaththu | Captain & Opening Batter | Experienced leader who scores runs aggressively and sets the tone for innings |
| Harshitha Samarawickrama | Top-Order Batter | Talented batter who builds innings with smart cricket and anchors the middle order |
| Kavisha Dilhari | All-Rounder | Provides balance with useful batting and effective off-spin bowling |
| Inoka Ranaweera | Spinner | Left-arm spinner who controls middle overs and picks crucial wickets |
| Sugandika Kumari | Spinner | Experienced bowler who creates pressure with accurate spin bowling |
West Indies Women
| Player | Role | Importance |
|---|---|---|
| Hayley Matthews | Captain & All-Rounder | World-class all-rounder who impacts games with both bat and ball |
| Deandra Dottin | All-Rounder | An explosive batter and useful bowler who can change matches quickly |
| Stafanie Taylor | All-Rounder | Experienced campaigner with match-winning abilities in all situations |
| Shemaine Campbelle | Wicketkeeper-Batter | Reliable batter who stabilises innings and keeps wickets efficiently |
| Afy Fletcher | Leg-Spinner | Quality spinner who picks wickets regularly in Caribbean conditions |
These players bring proven international experience and will be central to their team’s plans throughout the series in Grenada.
Live Streaming and Broadcast Details
Fans around the world can watch the Sri Lanka Women’s tour of the West Indies live through various broadcasting partners across different regions.
| Region | Streaming Platform | Type |
|---|---|---|
| India | JioHotstar | Streaming |
| Sri Lanka | ThePapare.com | Streaming |
| West Indies | ESPN Caribbean | TV & Streaming |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports | TV & Streaming |
| Australia | Cricket Australia App | Streaming |
Indian viewers can enjoy all matches on JioHotstar with convenient mobile and digital streaming options available throughout the series.
Sri Lankan fans can watch their team on ThePapare.com with live streaming and updates for all six matches in the Caribbean.
Match Timings Across Time Zones
The matches start at different times depending on whether they are ODI or T20I fixtures, allowing fans across various time zones to watch.
ODI matches begin at 2:00 PM GMT (14:00 GMT), which converts to 7:30 PM in India and Sri Lanka. The morning start in Grenada at 10:00 AM local time provides good playing conditions.
T20I matches start at 6:00 PM GMT (18:00 GMT), which means 11:30 PM in India and Sri Lanka. The afternoon starts at 2:00 PM local time in Grenada, which suits the T20 format perfectly, with excellent weather expected.
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Conclusion: Close Contest Expected In The Caribbean
This series promises competitive cricket between two evenly matched teams with their close head-to-head records. West Indies enjoy home advantage with familiar conditions and passionate local support. Sri Lanka brings a determined squad ready to challenge the Caribbean women. Both teams feature quality players who can win matches individually. Expect tight contests in both ODI and T20I formats throughout this exciting bilateral series.
