West Indies will host Sri Lanka in the first Test of the two-game series on June 25 at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua. The match will begin at 7:30 PM IST and 10:00 AM local time.
The tour began with an ODI series where 2 games were abandoned due to rain, and Sri Lanka were declared winners after winning the first game. Later, in the T20I series, the Windies earned redemption by sealing the series 2-1.
Now, it’s time for some red-ball cricket. The series consists of two games, and the first Test will be played at Antigua. Both teams are playing Test cricket after a long break, and hence, their preparedness will be tested.
Interestingly, the West Indies performed well in the 4-day practice game, while Sri Lanka also got necessary match practice. It’s important to note that this series is a part of the WTC 2025-27 cycle, meaning the stakes are high for both teams.
On that note, let’s decode the head-to-head stats between West Indies and Sri Lanka in Test cricket.
WI vs SL Head-to-head records In Tests
Criterion
Details
Matches
24
West Indies won
4
Sri Lanka won
11
Draw
9
West Indies vs Sri Lanka Highest Team Total In Tests
The highest team total record in the West Indies vs Sri Lanka rivalry was set by Sri Lanka when they scored 627 runs way back in 2001.
As for the lowest team total in Tests, West Indies scored 93 runs in a Test match held against Sri Lanka in 2018 at the Bridgetown Stadium.
West Indies vs Sri Lanka Highest Individual Score In Tests
Chris Gayle holds the record for the highest individual score in West Indies vs Sri Lanka Tests. He scored 333 off 653 balls with 34 fours and 9 sixes in a Test held in 2010 at Galle.
WI vs SL Best Bowling Figures In Tests
Sri Lankan legend Muttiah Muralitharan had the best figures against the West Indies in Tests. He picked up 8/46 in a 2005 Test held at the Kandy Stadium. Muralitharan bowled 16.2 overs and maintained an economy of 2.81.
Most Runs In WI vs SL Tests
West Indies legend Brian Lara scored 1125 runs against Sri Lanka in 14 Test innings at an average of 86.52, including 5 hundreds.
Most Wickets In WI vs SL Tests
Muttiah Muralitharan has the most wickets in the West Indies vs Sri Lanka rivalry. He picked up 82 wickets in 22 Test innings at 19.62 average with 9 five-wicket-hauls.
Top Run Scorer of Last WI vs SL Test
The last WI vs SL Test was held in 2021. In that game held at Galle, Dhananjaya de Silva scored 155* off 262 balls with 11 fours and 2 sixes to become the highest run-scorer.
Top Wicket Taker Of The Last WI vs SL Test
Ramesh Mendis stole the limelight with the ball in the 2021 Galle Test between the West Indies and Sri Lanka. He picked up 6 wickets in the first innings, followed by yet another five-wicket-haul in the second innings.
West Indies Vs Sri Lanka Form (Last 5 matches win/loss record)
Teams
Form
West Indies
L, L, D, L, L
Sri Lanka
W, D, L, L, L
Conclusion
Overall, Sri Lanka are ahead in this head-to-head battle against West Indies. However, with home advantage, the Windies cannot be ruled out as a thrilling contest is expected to shape up at Antigua.
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WI vs SL Head To Head Records [Source: AFP]
