West Indies vs Sri Lanka Dream11 Prediction 1st ODI 2026: Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Captain and Vice-Captain Choices

West Indies and Sri Lanka will lock horns in the first ODI of the Sri Lanka Tour of West Indies 2026 on Wednesday, June 3, at Sabina Park. With key players like Shai Hope, Pathum Nissanka and Wanindu Hasaranga set to feature, both sides will be eager to begin the series on a winning note. Check out the pitch report, probable XIs, and top Dream11 prediction picks inside.

By: Eva Aggarwal
Last Updated: June 3, 2026 16:49:21 IST

West Indies vs Sri Lanka ODI Dream 11 Predictions: The much-anticipated Sri Lanka tour of the West Indies gets underway on June 3, 2026, with the teams first facing off in a three-match ODI series before shifting focus to T20Is and Tests. It will be the first ODI meeting between the two sides in nearly two years, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the contest. Recent history slightly favors Sri Lanka, who have emerged victorious in three of the last five ODIs played between the teams, while the West Indies have claimed the other two.

With plenty of firepower on both sides, the opening ODI promises to be an entertaining battle. The hosts will look toward key figures like Shai Hope and Roston Chase, while Sri Lanka will bank on the likes of Pathum Nissanka and Wanindu Hasaranga to make an impact. With both teams eager to begin the tour on a winning note, fans can expect a competitive, high-scoring encounter.

WI vs SL: ODI Match Details, West Indies vs Sri Lanka 2026

Match West Indies vs Sri Lanka
Series Sri Lanka Tour of West Indies 2026
Date Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Time 8:00 PM IST
Venue Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica
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West Indies vs Sri Lanka 2026 Dream11 Prediction: Sabina Park Pitch Report

The surface at Sabina Park is expected to offer something for both batters and bowlers. Fast bowlers should find some early movement through the air along with healthy bounce, making the opening overs particularly important. As the match progresses, however, the pitch is likely to lose some pace and begin assisting the spinners, making run-scoring increasingly challenging. Given those conditions, the team winning the toss may prefer to bat first and make the most of the surface before it starts to slow down.

West Indies vs Sri Lanka ODI Dream 11 Prediction: Probable Playing XIs

West Indies: Shai Hope (c), Ackeem Auguste, Keacy Carty, Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Justin Greaves, Matthew Ford, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph.

Sri Lanka: Kusal Mendis (c & wk), Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Charith Asalanka, Janith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Eshan Malinga, Asitha Fernando.

West Indies vs Sri Lanka 2026 ODI Dream 11 Prediction

Wicket-keepers: Shai Hope, Kusal Mendis

Batters: Pathum Nissanka, Keacy Carty, Charith Asalanka

All-rounders: Roston Chase, Wanindu Hasaranga, Gudakesh Motie, Dunith Wellalage, Justin Greaves

Bowler: Maheesh Theekshana

West Indies vs Sri Lanka 2026 ODI Dream 11 Prediction: Captain, Vice-Captain Choices

Captain: Pathum Nissaka and Kusal Mendis

Vice Captain: Shai Hope and Wanindu Hasaranga

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