West Indies host Sri Lanka for three ODI series

The West Indies will host Sri Lanka for a three-match One-Day International series beginning June 3, with all contests to be played at Sabina Park in Kingston, Jamaica. The series marks the start of preparations for both teams ahead of the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup.

West Indies captain Shai Hope will lead the home side, while Sri Lanka will be captained by wicketkeeper-batter Kusal Mendis. This series represents Mendis's first assignment as Sri Lanka's full-time ODI captain.

For the West Indies, ranked tenth in the world, the series carries significant weight for future World Cup qualification. Only the top eight teams, alongside hosts South Africa and Zimbabwe, are guaranteed automatic entry into the 2027 tournament. The hosts enter the contest with a strong recent record, having won their last four ODI series played in the Caribbean, with their last home series defeat occurring in 2023.

The West Indies squad sees the return of several key players. Fast bowler Alzarri Joseph rejoins the ODI setup after nearly a year out due to a back injury, last playing in July 2025. Left-arm spinner Gudakesh Motie returns after missing the tour of New Zealand. A notable recall is that...