Sri Lanka assistant coach Ryan van Niekerk says the team is eager to put their plans into action when they face the West Indies in the first ODI of the three-match series today at Sabina Park in Kingston.
The match marks the beginning of a new era for Sri Lanka, with Kusal Mendis leading the side as captain and Gary Kirsten taking charge as head coach.
Van Niekerk said the team has come with clear intentions and a structured game plan, aiming to play a more consistent brand of ODI cricket throughout the tour.
He added that Sri Lanka’s early arrival in the Caribbean has helped the squad adjust to local conditions and recover from jet lag ahead of the series opener.
Sri Lanka head into the match after a strong warm-up performance against a Jamaica Select XI, where several batters and bowlers delivered standout performances, boosting confidence within the squad.
