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West Indies secure T20I series victory over Sri Lanka in decider

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 2:15 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

West Indies secure T20I series victory over Sri Lanka in decider

Summary

The West Indies clinched the T20I series against Sri Lanka with a five-wicket win in the third match at Sabina Park, Kingston, on June 14. The series was tied at 1-1 following Sri Lanka's victory in the second match. Shamar Joseph took 5 wickets to help bowl Sri Lanka out for 169 runs, while Jason Holder's explosive hitting in the final overs proved pivotal in the West Indies' successful chase. Sherfane Rutherford contributed an unbeaten 54 runs to guide the hosts to victory with two balls to spare. The teams will now transition to a four-day warm-up match before a two-Test series starting June 25.

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By the Numbers

•West Indies won the series 2-1 against Sri Lanka.
•Shamar Joseph took 5 wickets in the final T20I match.
•Jason Holder played a key role in the chase with crucial sixes.
•West Indies scored 170 runs for the loss of 5 wickets to win.
•The teams will play a four-day warm-up match starting June 18.

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2:15 PMYahoo Sports — West Indies clinch T20I series against Sri Lanka with thrilling decider win in Jamaica

What they're saying

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The West Indies secured a thrilling 2-1 T20I series victory over Sri Lanka, clinching the decider with a dramatic five-wicket win. After splitting the first two matches, Jason Holder and Shamar Joseph were instrumental in the final game's triumph, guiding the hosts to a memorable series lift.
— Yahoo Sports

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