The WIW vs SLW clash in Group B of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 promises to be one of the most exciting matches of the tournament. Both teams enter the contest with confidence after impressive performances in their previous games. The match will be played at the County Ground, Bristol, a venue renowned for producing high-scoring encounters and entertaining T20 cricket.

West Indies Women come into this fixture with a balanced squad filled with experienced all-rounders and match-winners. Sri Lanka Women, meanwhile, have shown remarkable improvement under Chamari Athapaththu and recently defeated New Zealand in a crucial World Cup encounter.

Match Overview – WIW vs SLW

Detail	Information
Series	ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
Match	West Indies Women vs Sri Lanka Women – 17th Match, Group B
Venue	County Ground, Bristol
Date	21 June 2026
Time	10:30 AM Local / 3:00 PM IST

WIW vs SLW – Team Form (Most Recent First)

Sri Lanka Women – Last 5 Matches

Date	Opponent	Result	Margin
16 Jun 2026	vs New Zealand Women	Won	5 wickets
12 Jun 2026	vs England Women	Lost	87 runs
02 May 2026	vs Bangladesh Women	Won	3 runs
30 Apr 2026	vs Bangladesh Women	Won	21 runs
28 Apr 2026	vs Bangladesh Women	Won	25 runs

Sri Lanka Women have won four of their last five completed matches. Their dramatic victory over New Zealand has kept them firmly in contention for a semifinal spot.

West Indies Women – Last 5 Matches

Date	Opponent	Result	Margin
18 Jun 2026	vs Scotland Women	Won	7 runs
13 Jun 2026	vs New Zealand Women	Won	7 wickets
03 Jun 2026	vs Pakistan Women	No Result	Abandoned
01 Jun 2026	vs Ireland Women	Lost	1 run (DLS)
29 May 2026	vs Pakistan Women	Won	25 runs

West Indies Women have shown excellent form throughout the tournament. Their victory over New Zealand demonstrated their ability to chase under pressure, while the win against Scotland highlighted their bowling depth.

Head-to-Head Record (Last 5 Matches)

Date	Winner	Margin
04 Mar 2026	Sri Lanka Women	Won by 9 wickets
02 Mar 2026	Sri Lanka Women	Won by 4 wickets
01 Mar 2026	No Result	Abandoned
28 Jun 2024	West Indies Women	Won by 6 wickets
26 Jun 2024	West Indies Women	Won by 6 wickets (DLS)

Sri Lanka Women have enjoyed recent success against West Indies Women, winning the last two completed meetings earlier in 2026. However, West Indies still maintain a dominant overall historical record.

Venue & Pitch Report – County Ground, Bristol

The County Ground in Bristol remains one of the most batting-friendly venues in women’s international cricket. The flat wicket, quick outfield, and relatively short boundaries often produce high-scoring contests where batters can dominate throughout the innings.

Pitch Behavior

Early Overs

Fast bowlers may find slight movement with the new ball, particularly if morning conditions remain overcast. However, batters generally enjoy consistent bounce and can score freely during the powerplay.

Middle Overs

The pitch offers very little assistance to spinners. Captains often rely on variations and clever field placements rather than expecting significant turn from the surface.

Death Overs

This is where Bristol becomes especially dangerous for bowlers. Set batters can accelerate rapidly and take advantage of the short boundaries.

Average Score: ~155
Expected Score (World Cup 2026): 170–180
Safe Defending Total: 190+

Weather Report

Factor	Condition
Temperature	22°C
Humidity	70%
Wind	4 km/h
Rain	10% chance

The weather forecast looks favorable for a full match with only a minimal threat of rain interruptions.

Recent Match Performance – WIW vs SLW

Statistic	Details
Total Matches	24
West Indies Women Wins	18
Sri Lanka Women Wins	5
No Result	1
Average Score	~112
Highest Score	159/6 by West Indies Women
Lowest Score	49 by West Indies Women / 60 by Sri Lanka Women

Despite Sri Lanka’s recent improvement, West Indies Women continue to hold a significant historical advantage in this rivalry.

Players to Watch

Category	West Indies Women	Sri Lanka Women
Key Batters	Hayley Matthews, Stafanie Taylor	Chamari Athapaththu, Imesha Dulani
Key Bowlers	Aaliyah Alleyne, Afy Fletcher	Kavisha Dilhari, Chamari Athapaththu

Full Squad – WIW vs SLW

Sri Lanka Women Squad

Chamari Athapaththu (c), Mithali Ayodhya, Kavisha Dilhari, Imesha Dulani, Vishmi Gunaratne, Hansima Karunaratne, Kaushini Nuthyangana, Kawya Kavindi, Sugandika Kumari, Malki Madara, Nimasha Meepage, Hasini Perera, Harshitha Samarawickrama, Nilakshika Silva, Chethana Vimukthi.

West Indies Women Squad

Hayley Matthews (c), Chinelle Henry, Aaliyah Alleyne, Shemaine Campbelle, Jahzara Claxton, Deandra Dottin, Afy Fletcher, Jannillea Glasgow, Shawnisha Hector, Qiana Joseph, Mandy Mangru, Ashmini Munisar, Karishma Ramharack, Stafanie Taylor, Zaida James.

WIW vs SLW – Betting Tips (Clear & Practical)

Tip Category	Pick
Toss Winner	West Indies Women
Match Winner	West Indies Women
1st Innings Score	135+ (WIW bat first) / 120+ (SLW bat first)
Total Boundaries	12+
Player of the Match	Hayley Matthews / Chamari Athapaththu
Most Wickets	Afy Fletcher / Kavisha Dilhari

Final Prediction – WIW vs SLW

West Indies Women enter this contest as slight favorites thanks to their superior squad depth, stronger historical record, and the presence of elite all-rounders such as Hayley Matthews, Deandra Dottin, and Stafanie Taylor. Their batting lineup appears better suited to the batting-friendly conditions expected at Bristol.

Prediction: West Indies Women to Win

Likely Margin: ~20 runs or 6 wickets

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