Sri Lanka Opt to Field After Winning Toss in 2nd Test Against West Indies

Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva won the toss and elected to field first. The decision was made with the expectation of early movement for the fast bowlers under slightly favorable bowling conditions at the start of the match.

Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua, West Indies

Playing XI

West Indies (XI)

John Campbell, Justin Greaves, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (c & wk), Roston Chase, Amir Jangoo, Gudakesh Motie, Kemar Roach, Alzarri Joseph, Jayden Seales, Jomel Warrican

Sri Lanka (XI)

Dimuth Karunaratne, Nishan Madushka (wk), Angelo Mathews, Dhananjaya de Silva (c), Dinesh Chandimal, Kamindu Mendis, Ramesh Mendis, Prabath Jayasuriya, Kasun Rajitha, Lahiru Kumara, Vishwa Fernando

Day 1 Match Summary

Sri Lanka’s decision to bowl first set the tone for an intense opening day. Their pace attack looked to exploit early movement, while West Indies aimed to build a stable foundation at the crease.

The hosts were expected to rely heavily on their top-order batting lineup, with Shai Hope leading the side as captain. Sri Lanka, meanwhile, focused on disciplined bowling through their experienced attack led by Prabath Jayasuriya and Vishwa Fernando.

Early Match Situation

Conditions at North Sound remained balanced, offering assistance to seamers early on but expected to settle as the pitch flattens out. Both teams entered the contest after a competitive opening Test in the series.