WI vs SL, 1st ODI 2026: West Indies and Sri Lanka will lock horns in the first of the three ODIs on Wednesday, with the Island nation set to begin their tour with the 50-overs rubber, followed by T20Is and Tests. Due to the 50-over World Cup next year, the series carries plenty of weightage as both West Indies and Sri Lanka aim to secure direct qualification for the 2027 World Cup set to be hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. Whoever wins between West Indies and Sri Lanka will get a boost in terms of World Cup qualification since the eight highest-ranked teams in the ICC rankings till March 31, 2027 will earn direct qualification for the World Cup. The remaining ones will need to compete in the qualifiers.
Sri Lanka, who are currently ranked sixth in the ICC ODI rankings, lost their most recent 50-over series that was contested against England before T20 World Cup 2026. Although the Island nation won the opening game relatively comfortably, they lost the next two to concede the series. With Kusal Mendis back as captain, the Island nation will hope to revive their fortunes in the 50-over format. Gary Kirsten’s appointment as a coach should also give Sri Lanka confidence.
West Indies, standing 9th in the ICC ODI rankings, find themselves yet again in a pickle and risk not qualifying for the 2027 World Cup, much like the 2023 edition. The Caribbeans’ most recent one-day series was against New Zealand and were swept 3-0. Shai Hope, who is a prolific run-getter in ODIs, has a big responsibility when it comes to run-scoring, was the case during the New Zealand tour. However, the Caribbeans will take some comfort knowing they will face Sri Lanka at home.
WI vs SL Winner Prediction: 1st ODI, 2026
| Match | West Indies vs Sri Lanka, 1st ODI |
| Series | Sri Lanka tour of West Indies 2026 |
| Date | Wednesday, June 3, 2026 |
| Time | 8:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Sabina Park, Kingston. |
| Live Streaming | FanCode App and website |
WI vs SL, Head to Head
| Matches | West Indies Won | Sri Lanka Won | No Result |
| 68 | 32 | 33 | 3 |
WI vs SL, Squads
West Indies ODI squad: Shai Hope (c), Ackeem Auguste, John Campbell, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Shimron Hetmyer, Amir Jangoo, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Shamar Springer.
Sri Lanka ODI squad: Kusal Mendis (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kamil Mishara, Pavan Rathnayake, Janith Liyanage, Charith Asalanka, Kamindu Mendis, Milan Rathnayake, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Dilshan Madushanka, Eshan Malinga, Asitha Fernando, Pramod Madushan.
When And Where to watch WI vs SL, 1st ODI in India?
The match will not be telecast on any TV channel in India but fans can stream it on FanCode App and website.
When And Where to watch WI vs SL, 1st ODI in Sri Lanka?
Viewers in Sri Lanka can catch the action on The Papare 1 & The Papare 1 HD via Dialog TV.
When And Where to watch WI vs SL, 1st ODI in the Caribbean?
ESPN Caribbean is set to broadcast all three ODIs, while the audio commentary of the match can be streamed via Windies Cricket YouTube channel.
