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Matthews' century leads West Indies to six-wicket victory

TT Editor·Updated: 26 Feb 2026 8:12 am IST
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Matthews' century leads West Indies to six-wicket victory

In a thrilling encounter, West Indies captain Shai Hope Matthews played a pivotal role in securing a six-wicket victory over Sri Lanka, thereby halting the latter's bid for a clean sweep in the series. Matthews not only showcased his batting prowess with a remarkable century but also made valuable contributions with the ball, claiming two crucial wickets that restricted Sri Lanka's scoring. This victory not only boosts the morale of the West Indies team but also serves as a significant step in their ongoing series, preventing Sri Lanka from clinching a 3-0 lead. The match highlighted Matthews' leadership and all-round capabilities, reinforcing his importance to the West Indies squad as they prepare for future challenges in international cricket.

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