Thu Oct 24 03:59:31 UTC 2024: Sri Lanka’s cricket team secured a five-wicket victory over the West Indies in the second ODI, clinching the three-match series 2-0 with one match remaining. Key points from the match include:

– **Match Conditions**: The game was shortened to 44 overs per side due to rain at Pallekele International Stadium.
– **West Indies’ Innings**: After winning the toss, Sri Lanka bowled out the West Indies for 189 runs in 36 overs. The West Indies collapsed to 58-8 before a strong partnership between Sherfane Rutherford (80 runs) and Gudakesh Motie (50 not out) helped them recover.
– **Sri Lanka’s Chase**: In reply, Sri Lanka chased down the target, scoring 190-5 in 38.2 overs. Openers Nishan Madushka and Sadeera Samarawickrama contributed 38 each, and captain Charith Asalanka led with an unbeaten score of 62.
– **Bowling Highlights**: Wanindu Hasaranga was the standout bowler for Sri Lanka with figures of 4-40, while Maheesh Theekshana and Asitha Fernando took three wickets each.
– **Upcoming Match**: The final ODI will take place on Saturday at the same venue.

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