WI-W vs SL-W Match Prediction : 17th Match, ICC Womens T20 World Cup, 2026

West Indies Women will look to continue their unbeaten start to the Women's T20 World Cup when they face Sri Lanka Women at the County Ground in Bristol. While Sri Lanka arrive with confidence after defeating New Zealand, West Indies appear to be the more complete side and hold a significant historical advantage in this matchup.

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West Indies Women vs Sri Lanka Women Head-to-Head Record

These teams have met 25 times in WT20Is. West Indies Women have won 20 matches, while Sri Lanka Women have won five.

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WI-W vs SL-W Team Previews

West Indies Women

West Indies have made an excellent start to the tournament, winning both of their matches and climbing to second place in Group 2.

Hayley Matthews continues to be the team's standout performer. The skipper has scored 290 runs in her last nine WT20Is while also contributing regularly with the ball. Experienced campaigners Stafanie Taylor and Deandra Dottin provide quality and stability, while Shemaine Campbelle remains a key figure in the middle order.

The bowling attack has also impressed. Matthews, Aaliyah Alleyne, Afy Fletcher, and Karishma Ramharack give the side a balanced attack capable of taking wickets throughout the innings.

West Indies look settled, confident, and well positioned to push for a semi-final spot.

West Indies Women Expected Playing 11

Qiana Joseph, Hayley Matthews (c), Shemaine Campbelle (wk), Deandra Dottin, Jahzara Claxton, Chinelle Henry, Stafanie Taylor, Jannillea Glasgow, Aaliyah Alleyne, Afy Fletcher, Karishma Ramharack

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Sri Lanka Women

Sri Lanka have been one of the surprise packages of the tournament and arrive on the back of an impressive victory over New Zealand.

Captain Chamari Athapaththu remains the key player. Her ability to influence matches with both bat and ball makes her Sri Lanka's biggest threat. Kavisha Dilhari has also been in excellent form and continues to contribute in all facets of the game.

The batting lineup has shown improvement, with Harshitha Samarawickrama and Imesha Dulani providing useful support. However, Sri Lanka's depth still falls short of some of the stronger teams in the competition.

To challenge West Indies, they will need another complete performance and significant contributions from their senior players.

Sri Lanka Women Expected Playing 11

Vishmi Gunaratne, Chamari Athapaththu (c), Harshitha Samarawickrama, Hasini Perera, Kavisha Dilhari, Nilakshika Silva, Kaushini Nuthyangana (wk), Sugandika Kumari, Kawya Kavindi, Mithali Ayodhya, Nimasha Meepage

WI-W vs SL-W Toss Prediction

The County Ground has produced balanced results, with four of the seven WT20Is here won by teams batting first. The toss is unlikely to have a major influence on the outcome.

Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

Bristol generally offers a good batting surface with consistent bounce and value for shots. Fast bowlers can find some early movement, but conditions tend to favour batters once they settle in.

A first-innings score of 155-165 should be competitive. The forecast is excellent, with sunny skies expected throughout the match.

WI-W vs SL-W : Who Will Win?

This should be a competitive contest between two in-form teams, but West Indies hold the edge. They have greater depth in both batting and bowling, a dominant head-to-head record, and one of the tournament's standout performers in Hayley Matthews.

Sri Lanka are capable of causing problems, particularly if Athapaththu and Dilhari produce big performances, but over the course of 20 overs, West Indies appear to have more match-winners and a stronger overall lineup.

Bet on Sri Lanka Women to win this match.

WI-W vs SL-W win percentage stands at 56% in favor of WI-W.

Todays Match Prediction: Sri Lanka Women to Win.