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Spinners Spin Sri Lanka to Thrilling 10-Run Win
22 Feb
Summary
- Sri Lanka spinners led to a narrow 10-run victory over West Indies.
- Harshitha Samarawickrama scored 66, supported by Hasini Perera's 61.
- Inoka Ranaweera's 4-44 was crucial in choking West Indies' chase.
Sri Lanka's spinners guided their team to a narrow 10-run victory over the West Indies in the opening One Day International.
The visitors posted 240 for six, with Harshitha Samarawickrama scoring 66 and opener Hasini Perera contributing 61. Their partnership was key to building a competitive total.
In reply, the West Indies struggled to find momentum. Despite a spirited 89-run partnership for the sixth wicket between Stafanie Taylor (66) and Jannillea Glasgow (50), the chase fell short.
Veteran spinner Inoka Ranaweera was the star with the ball, taking 4 wickets for 44 runs. Her spell choked the West Indies' scoring in the middle overs, proving crucial in the final outcome.
