Tue Oct 15 18:23:45 UTC 2024: ## Sri Lanka Levels T20I Series with Dominant Win Over West Indies
**Hambantota, Sri Lanka:** Sri Lanka secured a resounding 73-run victory over the West Indies in the second T20I, leveling the series at 1-1. This win comes after the West Indies clinched the first match, putting pressure on Sri Lanka to bounce back.
Sri Lanka made two changes to their team, bringing in Nuwan Thushara and debutant Tunith Velalage. Batting first, Sri Lanka struggled initially but found their rhythm with a patient innings from Pathum Nissanka, who scored his 12th T20I half-century. His 54 runs, which included 9 boundaries and a six, helped Sri Lanka reach 162/5 at the end of their 20 overs.
The West Indies, chasing 163 for victory, faced a disastrous start. They crumbled under pressure from the Sri Lankan bowlers, ultimately managing only 89 runs in 16.1 overs. Tunith Velalage was the pick of the bowlers, taking 3 wickets, while Charith Asalanka, Maheesh Theekshana, and Wanindu Hasaranga each claimed 2 wickets.
Pathum Nissanka was awarded the Player of the Match for his crucial innings. The two teams will now clash in the decisive third and final T20I on Thursday.
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