Sri Lanka vs West Indies Live स्कोर, 2nd ODI of Sri Lanka tour of West Indies, 2026

Onto the next one - With the 2nd ODI getting washed out, Sri Lanka still lead the three-match ODI series 1-0. There is still one game to go, and West Indies will be eager to win that and level the series before moving on to the T20Is. The 3rd and final game will be yet again played at Sabina Park in Kingston, Jamaica, and lets hope that we get better weather during that contest. The game will be played on Monday, June 8, beginning at 7.30 pm GMT, but you can join us a lot sooner for the build-up as well. Until then, take care and goodbye!

UPDATE - 11.36 pm GMT - Here comes the update we all dreaded. MATCH ABANDONED DUE TO RAIN. Well, there has been persistent rain over the last day and a half in Kingston, and unfortunately, it has played spoilsport in this 2nd ODI between West Indies and Sri Lanka.

UPDATE - 11 pm GMT - Time for an update from the broadcasters. Live visuals show that the rain is still persistent, and there's just 'rain delay' written on the scoreboard. Nikhil Uttamchandani on-air informs that there is still time left for a contest to take place, about a couple of hours more before the cut-off time, but it all seems a bit far-fetched for now. The long wait continues...

UPDATE - 10.30 pm GMT - There seems to be some movement near the covers, and hopefully, this means that the rain has stopped. There are also clear skies in the distance, but it is still pretty cloudy overall. One of the umpires can now be seen with an umbrella, walking towards the covers, to have a chat with the groundstaff. Fingers crossed, we get a positive update soon. Stay tuned.

UPDATE - 10.02 pm GMT - There seems to be absolutely no change in terms of the weather conditions, looking at the live visuals. However, the light has faded a lot more as we move into the evening at Sabina Park. The artificial lights are starting to take full effect, and the wait goes on for the drizzle to stop.

With the rain having the final say for now, let's turn our attention to something that's generating enormous buzz in the cricket world. Fresh off India's historic ODI World Cup triumph, the spotlight now shifts to the shortest format as England and Wales gear up to host the 2026 ICC Women's T20 World Cup from June 12 to July 5. For the first time ever, 12 teams will compete for the coveted title, making this the most expansive edition in the tournament's history. And what better stage to crown the next world champions than the 'Home of Cricket' itself, Lord's, where the final is set to be played on July 5. The group stage draw has thrown up some fascinating contests. Group 1 brings together the perennial powerhouses in India and Australia, joined by South Africa, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and debutants the Netherlands, making it arguably the tougher of the two pools. Group 2, meanwhile, will see the hosts, England, who would be hungry for the glory on home soil, pitted against defending T20 champions New Zealand, alongside West Indies, Sri Lanka, Scotland, and Ireland. With the expanded format leaving no room for complacency, every single match will carry enormous weight. So, which team has your full support this summer?

UPDATE - 9.32 pm GMT - The broadcasters do come live, and for now, there is actually no new update. The rain is persistent, everyone has taken cover, and we will just have to keep playing the waiting game. We need at least 20-overs-a-side to construct a game, which might be the best-case scenario, looking at the state of the weather and the ground conditions. All we can do is hope and pray that the weather starts clearing out soon. Stay tuned for future updates.

UPDATE - 9.27 pm GMT - There is about to be an official update in a few minutes' time at 9.30 pm GMT. The drizzle is still persistent, but let's hope it isn't the news we all dread the most. Stay tuned, as we bring you the latest from the ground.

UPDATE - 8.55 pm GMT - Not a single soul stirs near the covers as Sabina Park sits in an eerie stillness. The sky appears to be clearing on one side, offering a brief flicker of hope, but the forecast tells a less optimistic story, with more rain expected in the hours ahead. Stay tuned for further updates.

UPDATE - 8.22 pm GMT - Nothing new to update from the ground. It is still a steady drizzle, with dark clouds hovering around, but one side of the ground is a lot clearer. For now, the pitch and the place from the pacers would run up are covered, not the entire field. Hopefully, we get some positive news soon. Stay tuned.

Uh, oh! It just always happens right on cue, doesn't it? Just as the match was about to get underway, the drizzle has gotten heavier and out come the covers. Really frustrating for everyone involved, but the game is delayed yet again. Stick around for further updates.

All in readiness for the match to begin, in spite of the persistent drizzle. Justin Greaves says a few heartfelt words and hands a special jersey to Shai Hope with the number 150 on the back, in honour of Hope's achievement of playing 150 ODI games.

Sri Lanka (Playing XI) - Pathum Nissanka, Kamindu Mendis, Kusal Mendis (C/WK), Pavan Rathnayake, Charith Asalanka, Janith Liyanage, Wanindu Hasaranga, Milan Rathnayake, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, and Eshan Malinga (In for Asitha Fernando).

West Indies (Playing XI) - John Campbell, Justin Greaves, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (C/WK), Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Amir Jangoo (In for Matthew Forde), Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, and Jayden Seales.

The skipper of Sri Lanka - Kusal Mendis says that they expect the overhead conditions to be a bit tough and will look to start cautiously and then build after the Powerplay. Informs that there is one change in the side as Eshan Malinga comes in for Asitha Fernando, and he says that they just wanted the extra pace of Malinga. Adds that they need to do the basics right and look for a win.

The captain of West Indies - Shai Hope, playing his 150th ODI, says that it's currently overcast and that is the reason why they will be bowling first. Adds that there is one change in the team as Matthew Forde, who is a bit injured, makes way for Amir Jangoo. Continues that they have three spinners in the team and an ample number of batters to make it work.

TOSS - It's toss time at Sabina Park, but there seems to be a light drizzle. Hopefully, it doesn't turn into anything substantial as both skippers gear up for the coin flip. Kusal Mendis calls incorrectly, and West Indies elect to BOWL first.

TOSS delayed! Live visuals show that there is some water on the covers and on the outfield due to the rain earlier on. Also, there are a few angry and dark clouds hovering around, which indicate more rain later on. However, there is no rain at the moment, and the on-air commentators mention that it is clearing up towards the East, which gives us hope that we could get a game in. Stay tuned as we bring you the latest updates. A few minutes later, there is an update from the on-air commentators, mentioning that if there's no further rain, the toss will take place at 7.30 pm GMT and the match will start at 8 pm GMT, which is great news.

Road to the World Cup heats up - This series is particularly crucial for both sides as there are vital qualification points on offer, which will come in handy in the race for a direct spot in the 2027 ODI World Cup. Sri Lanka can put some daylight between themselves and West Indies if they win today, whereas the Windies can get things back to square one if they manage to win. A lot to play for, and with rain on the cards, it could turn out to be a thrilling contest. Stay tuned for the toss and team news.

Lions ready to roar - Sri Lanka, on the other hand, are looking for their first ODI series win in West Indies since 2003 and they are looking in pole position to do so. The likes of Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis showed their prowess with the bat and the bowlers did a fine job of restricting the Windies later in the game. Sri Lanka will hope for more of the same.

Hosts looking for consistency - It was a rather up-and-down display overall from the Windies in the opening game of the series. They bowled and batted well in patches, but never really seemed to be ahead in the game. Matthew Forde did stand out with the ball and a lot of their batters got starts, but the individuals need to show a bit more responsibility if the hosts are get back into the series.

Back at Sabina Park - Hello, and a warm welcome to one and all. We are here at Sabina Park in Kingston, Jamaica for the 2nd ODI between West Indies and Sri Lanka. The hosts are looking to level the three-match series after falling short of a daunting total posted by the Lankans in the first game on this very ground.

... MATCH DAY ...

A series to save - West Indies head into the second ODI at Sabina Park with their backs firmly against the wall. Sri Lanka claimed the series opener by 41 runs, posting 303 before bowling the hosts out for 262 in reply, and the home side now find themselves in a must-win position. Lose here, and the series is gone, and it will only make their task of securing direct qualification for the ODI World Cup even more difficult. Where it went wrong - The first game exposed familiar vulnerabilities in this West Indies batting line-up. A bright start at the top gave way to middle-order fragility once the Sri Lankan spinners came on. Once again, the spotlight will be on how the West Indies batting unit handles Sri Lanka's spin challenge. Just as importantly, they will need to convert starts into substantial scores after several batters failed to kick on in the opener. Spark with the ball - While there were encouraging signs with the new ball, the bowling attack lacked the penetration needed through the middle overs. They will be looking to build on the promising signs shown by Jayden Seales and Matthew Forde in the opener, while Alzarri Joseph will be keen to find his rhythm after an expensive first game. A positive start to a new chapter - The new era of Kusal Mendis in charge has begun well for the tourists, and it was the captain himself who led from the front in the series opener. Pathum Nissanka, meanwhile, was not quite at his fluent best and will be keen to play the kind of commanding innings that has become his trademark at the top of the order. Charith Asalanka showed promising signs after a difficult run of form, while Janith Liyanage's late cameo was a reminder of the finishing ability Sri Lanka carry deep in their lineup. The bowling blueprint - With the ball, Dushmantha Chameera was the standout performer in the opener and will carry an equal threat in the second game. His ability to make an impact across phases gives Mendis a genuine match-winner to call upon at any point in the innings. Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana were immaculate through the middle overs and will back themselves to cause the same problems should the conditions offer them similar assistance. Form (Last 5 completed ODIs, recent first) - WI - LLLLL | SL - WLLWL. Conditions in focus - The series opener was a morning start, but the second ODI is a day-night affair, which could make conditions quite different. Expect the new ball to do a bit more, particularly during the evening period, and with showers expected, seamers could have a greater role to play than they did in the opener. Hopefully, the rain stays away and allows for a full game of cricket to decide the outcome.