# WI-W vs SL-W Match Preview, Prediction, Timings, Lineups, Teams, and How to Watch — ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Match 17

URL: https://technosports.co.in/wi-w-vs-sl-w-match-preview/  
Published: 2026-06-20  
Updated: 2026-06-20  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Two Caribbean queens versus a Sri Lankan side riding a comeback wave — Match 17 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 is set to be a cracker at Bristol!

### WI-W vs SL-W Match Overview

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West Indies Women and Sri Lanka Women lock horns in **Match 17** of the **ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026** on **Sunday, June 21** at the **County Ground, Bristol**. West Indies Women are in second place with four points from two wins, while Sri Lanka Women sit fifth with one victory so far. [t2online](https://t2online.in/goodlife/people/los-angeles-declares-january-6--2027-as--diljit-dosanjh-day-/2005780)

### Match Info

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| **Match** | WI-W vs SL-W, Match 17 |
| **Tournament** | ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| **Date** | Sunday, June 21, 2026 |
| **Time** | 3:00 PM IST |
| **Venue** | County Ground, Bristol |
| **Live Broadcast** | Star Sports Network |
| **Live Streaming** | Star Sports Network (Digital) |
| **Weather** | Cloudy, 21.4°C, 77% Humidity |

### Current Form

West Indies Women have won both their tournament matches — most recently defeating Scotland Women by seven runs while defending a target of 154. Star batter Stafanie Taylor smashed 47 off just 19 balls with 4 fours and 3 sixes to anchor the innings. [t2online](https://t2online.in/goodlife/people/los-angeles-declares-january-6--2027-as--diljit-dosanjh-day-/2005780)

![WI-W vs SL-W](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/ws3s3s.jpg)

Sri Lanka Women bounced back strongly after losing their opening match against England, chasing down 153 in 19.4 overs to beat New Zealand Women by five wickets in their last outing. [t2online](https://t2online.in/goodlife/people/los-angeles-declares-january-6--2027-as--diljit-dosanjh-day-/2005780)

### Probable Playing XIs

**West Indies Women:** Q Joseph, Hayley Matthews (C), Shemaine Campbelle (wk), DJS Dottin, Jahzara Claxton, Chinelle Henry, Stafanie Taylor, Jannillea Glasgow, Aaliyah Alleyne, Afy Fletcher, K Ramharack

**Sri Lanka Women:** Vishmi Rajapaksha, C Atapattu (C), H Madavi, H Perera, N de Silva, Kaushani Nuthyangana (wk), WK Dilhari, S Kumari, Kawya Kavindi, M Ayodhya, Nimasha Madushani

### Pitch Report & Prediction

The pitch at County Ground Bristol is a batter-friendly surface with consistent bounce and carry. Spinners may get some assistance in the middle overs, with the average first-innings score sitting at **180–185 runs**. Pace accounts for 52% of wickets, spin 48%. [t2online](https://t2online.in/goodlife/people/los-angeles-declares-january-6--2027-as--diljit-dosanjh-day-/2005780)

West Indies Women’s superior batting firepower and in-tournament momentum makes them the **favourites to win**, but Sri Lanka’s form makes this anything but a foregone conclusion.

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### Fantasy Dream11 Picks

**Captain:** Hayley Matthews (WI-W) — 62 runs and four wickets in this tournament make her the standout captain choice. [t2online](https://t2online.in/goodlife/people/los-angeles-declares-january-6--2027-as--diljit-dosanjh-day-/2005780)

**Vice-Captain:** Chamari Athapaththu (SL-W) — a versatile all-round contributor who scored 31 runs and took a wicket in the tournament. [t2online](https://t2online.in/goodlife/people/los-angeles-declares-january-6--2027-as--diljit-dosanjh-day-/2005780)

**Players to avoid:** Imesha Dulani (SL-W) and Zaida James (WI-W).

The [ICC Women’s T20 World Cup](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ICC_Women%27s_T20_World_Cup) is the premier global event for women’s T20 cricket, and this edition in England is shaping up to be one of the most competitive yet.

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## FAQs

### **Q: When and where is the WI-W vs SL-W ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Match 17?**

  
The match is scheduled for Sunday, June 21, 2026 at 3:00 PM IST at County Ground, Bristol, and will be broadcast on Star Sports Network.

### **Q: Who are the key players to watch in WI-W vs SL-W Match 17?**

  
Hayley Matthews and Stafanie Taylor are the ones to watch for West Indies, while Chamari Athapaththu is Sri Lanka’s most dangerous batter and bowler combined.