Thu Oct 17 18:41:35 UTC 2024: ## Sri Lanka Clinch Series with Dominant Victory Over West Indies

**COLOMBO, SRI LANKA:** Sri Lanka secured a convincing victory over West Indies in the second T20I, clinching the series 2-0 with a comfortable 9-wicket win. The hosts chased down West Indies’ modest total of 162/8 with ease, reaching the target in just 18 overs.

Kusal Mendis was the star of the show for Sri Lanka, smashing a quickfire 68 runs off 50 balls, including 10 boundaries and a six. His opening partner, Kusal Perera, also contributed significantly with a well-paced 55 runs from 36 balls.

The West Indies bowlers were simply unable to contain the Sri Lankan batting onslaught. Gudakesh Motie was the only bowler to pick up more than one wicket, taking 4/31, while Roston Chase took 4/24.

Earlier in the day, West Indies struggled to build momentum in their innings, losing wickets at regular intervals. Rovman Powell top-scored with 37 runs off 27 balls, while Gudakesh Motie added a quickfire 32 runs off 15 balls.

The spinners, Maheesh Theekshana (3-19) and Wanindu Hasaranga (4-24), were particularly effective for Sri Lanka, keeping the West Indies batsmen under pressure.

Sri Lanka’s comfortable win highlights their dominance in the series and serves as a warning to their upcoming opponents. With two wins under their belt, they will be confident going into the next series.

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