Delhi: The second match of the three-match ODI series between Sri Lanka and West Indies will be played on October 23 (Wednesday) at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium at 2:30 pm Indian time. Talking about the first match, West Indies had scored 185 runs in 38.3 overs, after which the overs were reduced to 37 due to rain. West Indies eventually scored 185/4, with Sherfane Rutherford scoring unbeaten 74* and Casey Carty contributing 37 runs.
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For Sri Lanka, Wanindu Hasaranga took 2 wickets, while Jeffrey Wandersay and Charith Asalanka took 1 wicket each. According to DLS rules, Sri Lanka got the target of 232 runs in 37 overs, which the hosts achieved by losing 5 wickets in 31.5 overs. In Sri Lanka’s victory, Asalanka scored 77 runs and Nishan Madushka scored 69 runs.
Pallekele weather update
The weather in Pallekele does not look favorable for sports. The temperature will be between 28 to 33 degrees Celsius, but there is a 75% chance of rain, which may disrupt the match. There is also an 18% chance of rain along with thunderstorms and it will be 96% cloudy, which may delay the toss.
Pallekele Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch of Pallekele Stadium will give bounce and seam movement to the fast bowlers in the initial overs, due to which the batsmen will have to play carefully. The pitch will become better for batting during the game, but the spinners will get help in the middle overs. The teams chasing the target in Pallekele have a good record, so the team winning the toss can choose to bowl first.
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