Sri Lanka vs West Indies head-to-head stats and records you need to know before SL vs WI 2024 ODI series

After an exciting T20I series, it is time for ODIs between Sri Lanka and the West Indies. The three-match ODI series will begin on October 20 when the two sides clash at the Pallekele Stadium in Sri Lanka.

Following their recent historic 2-0 ODI triumph over India after 26 years, Sri Lanka would love to continue their journey in the format under head coach Sanath Jayasuriya. As for Shai Hope, this will be the starting of a string of ODIs for the West Indies, who are scheduled to play nine 50-over matches this year.

Before the Sri Lanka vs West Indies ODI series gets underway, here's a quick glance at the head-to-head record between the two teams in the 50-over format.

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Sri Lanka vs West Indies head-to-head record in ODIs

It has been a closely fought battle between the former ODI World Cup champions. Sri Lanka and West Indies have clashed 64 times in the format, with the former winning 30 times. West Indies, meanwhile, have a slender lead with 31 triumphs.

Matches Played: 64

Wins by Sri Lanka: 30

Wins by West Indies: 31

No-result: 3

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Sri Lanka vs West Indies head-to-head ODI record in Sri Lanka

It has been a Herculean task for the West Indies to beat Sri Lanka in their own backyard. While they have won thrice, the number has come after locking horns as many as 17 times in the island nation. Sri Lanka have beaten the Caribbean outfit 12 times at home, with two clashes ending in no results.

Here's a summary of the ODI head-to-head stats between these two teams in Sri Lanka:

Matches Played: 17

Wins by Sri Lanka: 12

Wins by West Indies: 3

No-result: 2

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Last 5 SL vs WI ODI results

The last five ODIs between Sri Lanka and the West Indies have seen the Men in Maroon clinch three wins. However, all these three matches were played in the West Indies. The remaining two were played and won in Harare and Pallekele by the Lankan Lions.

The last time the two sides met was during the ICC World Cup Qualifiers in 2023, where Pathum Nissanka hit a superb ton. However, it is Shai Hope who has scored the most runs (332) in last five SL vs WI ODIs. With the ball, it is Alzarri Joseph at thr top with eight wickets.