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Sri Lanka Women are gearing up to host West Indies Women for an eagerly anticipated white-ball series in June. This series marks Sri Lanka’s second bilateral T20I series of the year, following their successful tour of South Africa in March and April. The Sri Lankan team is also slated to tour Ireland in August, highlighting a packed international schedule.
Historical context and recent performances
The last bilateral series between Sri Lanka and West Indies dates back to 2017, where West Indies emerged victorious in both T20Is and ODIs. However, the upcoming series promises to be more competitive, given Sri Lanka’s impressive performances over the past year, which include historic series wins against England, New Zealand, and South Africa.
Additionally, Sri Lanka has recently secured qualification for the Women’s T20 World Cup. West Indies, on the other hand, come into this series after a successful month-long tour of Pakistan, where they won both the ODI and T20I series.
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ODI series: Crucial ICC Women’s championship points at stake
The tour will commence with the ODI leg, scheduled from June 15 to 21 in Galle. These matches are part of the ICC Women’s Championship, a critical pathway to the 2025 ODI World Cup. Currently, West Indies are seventh and Sri Lanka eighth on the Women’s Championship points table. With top four teams, aside from hosts India, gaining direct qualification, these matches carry significant importance for both sides.
ODI Series Fixtures (all matches in Galle):
- First ODI: June 15
- Second ODI: June 18
- Third ODI: June 21
T20I Series to Follow in Hambantota
Following the ODIs, the teams will head to Hambantota for the T20I series, set to take place from June 24 to 28. These matches will not only offer thrilling cricket but also provide crucial preparation for both teams as they look ahead to future international commitments.
T20I Series Fixtures (all matches in Hambantota):
- First T20I: June 24
- Second T20I: June 26
- Third T20I: June 28
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This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
