All-round Athapaththu takes Sri Lanka 1-0 up against West Indies

In a commanding performance, Sri Lanka's cricket team, led by all-rounder Athapaththu, secured a decisive victory over the West Indies in the first match of their series, taking a 1-0 lead. The West Indies struggled throughout the innings, managing to score only 101 runs before being bowled out, with Karishma Ramharack’s dismissal for obstructing the field highlighting their batting woes. Athapaththu's all-round capabilities were instrumental in Sri Lanka's success, showcasing both batting and bowling prowess. This match marks a significant start for Sri Lanka in the series, setting a competitive tone as they aim to build on this momentum in subsequent games against the West Indies, who will need to regroup and reassess their strategies to bounce back in the upcoming fixtures.