WI vs SL: 3rd T20I, Match Prediction- Who will win today’s match?

Sri Lanka were faced with a six-hitting spree from West Indies in the first T20I of the series in Antigua. Wanindu Hasanranga’s brilliance and Akila Dananjaya’s hat-trick couldn’t save the day for the visitors. However, the Lankans made a stupendous comeback in the second T20I, winning by 43 runs. Most crucially, after the hammering in the first game, they drew level in the three-game series.

With all to play for, the two teams are set to play the third and final game in a bid to win the series. The hosts would be worried about their batting as they collapsed for 117 runs, eight balls short of 20 overs. It was only because of a seven-ball 27 from Obed McCoy that enabled them to cross the 100-run mark. Against an in-form Lankan bowling attack, West Indies can’t afford to drop their guard.

Pitch and Conditions

The pitch at the Coolidge Cricket Ground in Antigua has been a decent one for batting. But the spinners have also dictated terms to some extent. Batting first should be the way forward as the track may slow down in the second half. There will be around a 30 percent chances of rain during match-time.

Playing Combinations for WI vs SL

West Indies

Lendl Simmons, Evin Lewis, Chris Gayle, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Kieron Pollard (C), Jason Holder, Fabian Allen, Dwayne Bravo, Kevin Sinclair, Obed McCoy, Fidel Edwards

Bench: Andre Fletcher, Akeal Hosein, Rovman Powell

Sri Lanka

Niroshan Dickwella (wk), Danushka Gunathilaka, Pathum Nissanka, Dinesh Chandimal, Angelo Mathews (C), Thisara Perera, Wanindu Hasaranga, Ashen Bandara, Akila Dananjaya, Dushmantha Chameera, Nuwan Pradeep

Bench: Oshada Fernando, Ramesh Mendis, Kamindu Mendis, Dimuth Karunaratne, Dasun Shanaka, Asitha Fernando, Lakshan Sandakan, Dilshan Madushanka, Suranga Lakmal

Probable Top Performers

Lendl Simmons– West Indies

Lendl Simmons scored in the 20s in the first two games and made sure that the West Indies got brisk starts in the powerplay. But he would be disappointed for not being able to convert them. In the third game, Simmons would be looking for a big score and help his team to a resounding series victory.

Wanindu Hasaranga– Sri Lanka

Wanindu Hasaranga has, arguably, been the standout bowler for Sri Lanka in the tournament. In two games, the leg-spinner has picked up six wickets. Most importantly, he has had an economy rate of 3.62, showing how effective he has been. The Lankans would again be looking up to him for an impressive spell.

WI vs SL Broadcast Details

Match Timings: 03:30 AM IST (March 06)

Live Streaming: Fancode

The prediction is for the team, batting first to win the match.

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.