SL Vs WI 3rd ODI Preview: Key Players And Stats, Live Streaming, Pitch Report, Probable XIs

Sri Lanka have won two successive ODIs [Source: @OfficialSLC/X]

On Saturday, Sri Lanka will lock horns with West Indies in the final One-Day International of the ongoing three-match series at home. Led by Charith Asalanka, Sri Lanka have already bagged the series, having won the first two matches. So, this game gives them a massive opportunity to sustain their dominance and hand the visitors an embarrassing clean-sweep. 

SL vs WI 3rd ODI: Match Details And Live Streaming

SL vs WI 3rd ODI: Sri Lanka Eye Whitewash While West Indies Aim Renaissance

Under Charith Asalanka's astute leadership, Sri Lanka have been absolutely magnificent in the home series against West Indies. After swatting aside the visitors via DLS method in a rain-affected game, the Lankans extended their purple patch with a clinical five-wicket win in the subsequent match. 

Skipper Asalanka has led from the front with the bat alongside promising opener Nishan Madushka, Sri Lanka's second most successful batter in the series. However, the hosts would like better returns from Avishka Fernando and Kusal Mendis, who have yet to step up with the bat. Meanwhile, the eyes will also be on Wanindu Hasaranga, as the seasoned campaigner has weaved his magic with the ball in the middle overs. 

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Meanwhile, West Indies have been heavily reliant on Sherfane Rutherford, the most successful batter in the series. Amid frequent top-order collapses, Rutherford has held the fort for West Indies, scoring crucial runs in two consecutive matches. 

Gudakesh Motie has also been impressive, showcasing his all-round exploits. However, barring these two, there's not much to talk about from the visiting side, with the lack of a collective effort pushing them down on the mat in the series. So, this game is West Indies' final chance to redeem themselves and conclude the series on a high note. 

SL vs WI 3rd ODI Pitch Report: Pallekele's Spin-Friendly Conditions To Test Batters From Both Sides

The surface at Pallekele International Stadium has been conducive to spin bowling so far. While the fast bowlers have got some extra zip and carry under the lights, the spinners have made the ball talk across both innings. Considering the track plays a bit better for batting later in the evening, expect the toss-winner to bowl first. 

SL vs WI 3rd ODI: Key Players And Stats

• Sherfane Rutherford in this series: 154 runs in 2 innings, Average: 154, SR: 93.90
• Wanindu Hasaranga in Pallekele: 20 wickets in 9 ODIs, Average: 19.45, SR: 23.95
• Gudakesh Motie in this series: 4 wickets and 50 runs, Bowling Average: 16.25
• Charith Asalanka in Pallekele: 601 runs in 13 innings, Average: 85.86, SR: 96.47

SL vs WI 3rd ODI: Probable Playing XIs

Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissanka (if not fit then Avishka Fernando will play), Nishan Madushka, Kusal Mendis (WK), Sadeera Samarawickrama, Charith Asalanka (C), Janith Liyanage, Kamindu Mendis, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Asitha Fernando, Maheesh Theekshana

West Indies: Alick Athanaze, Brandon King, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (C/WK), Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Alzarri Joseph, Hayden Walsh, Gudakesh Motie, Jayden Seales

SL vs WI 3rd ODI: Winner Prediction

Considering the strength of both teams and Sri Lanka's red-hot form, the hosts are the favourites to win the contest. 

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