Sri Lanka have defeated the Windies! The side wins by 21 runs, thanks to exceptional bowling in the death. A bowling masterclass in the second innings by Kumar Sangakkara's side.
With 18 overs done, the Windies have scored 136 runs with the loss of 6 wickets. The side needs 38 runs in 12 balls to chase the target.
Ashley Nurse departs after adding two runs on the board. The Windies lose their fifth wicket as the pressure continues to rise. Windies now 122-5 after 16.4 overs.
The Windies have scored 121 runs with the loss of four wickets after 16 overs of the game. The side still has to accelerate in order to win the match.
Trouble increases for the Windies! Jonathan Carter departs on a score of 17 runs. The score reads 104-4.
The tide has quickly turned here, Sri Lanka have taken some quick wickets and put the Windies under pressure now. After 14 overs, the score reads 96-3.
A mix-up between the two batter sees Deonarine walk after adding 14 runs in 20 deliveries. Sri Lanka looking to make a comeback in the game as the West Indies lose their third wicket on a score of 74.
Dwayne Smith departs on a score of 49! West Indies lose their second wicket on a score of 72.
With Dwayne Smith in 30s, the West Indies have reached 50 runs in the run chase. After 8 overs, the side's score reads 52-1, as they look on track to chase down the total.
Dwayne Smith is taking the game right to Sri Lanka. After 5 overs, the score reads 30-1. Sri Lanka will be getting desperate for wickets soon.
On the very first ball he faced, Walton walks back after being caught behind. Sri Lanka draw first blood, in the 3rd over, The score reads 17-1 after 2.4 overs.
Sri Lanka are looking to defend 174 runs in Vadodara. Smith and Walton take the strike to open the innings.
Sri Lanka's innings have come to an end on a score of 173 runs. Kumar Sangakkara and Gunaratne were the standout performers. The West Indies Masters will hope for a good performance in the second innings, and will aim for a win.
An excellent catch sees Gunaratne depart after a well placed innings of 64 runs. Sri Lanka's score reads 165-8.
A brilliant knock by Gunaratne! Completes his half-century with a six in 36 deliveries. The side's score reads 132-6 after 16.3 overs.
Sri Lanka continue to lose wickets and struggle for runs. After 16 overs, the side's score reads 120-6. Gunaratne is approaching his half century.
The dangerous Kumar Sangakkara departs! On a score of 47 runs, Sri Lanka lose their third wicket of the game. The score reads 97-3 now.
Kumar Sangakkara is leading the charge here. After 10 overs, the score reads 77-2. Sri Lanka will now look to accelerate their innings and post a big total on the board.
After 6.5 overs, Sri Lanka Masters have crossed the 50 run mark. Kumar Sangakkara has been crucial so far, and he will continue to be influential if he keeps batting. After 7 overs, the score reads 55-2.
Nurse takes the 2nd wicket of the game! Thirimanne is beaten all ends up as Sri Lanka lose their second. The score reads 47-2 after 5.5 overs. The batters will now hope for a resilient performance in the upcoming crucial stages of the game.
After the early dismissal of Upul Tharanga, Sri Lanka seem to have pulled things back. After the first 5 overs, the score reads 43-1
Sri Lanka Masters are looking to stabilised themselves after the first innings. Kumar Sangakkara is key for them, after three overs, the score reads 17-1
What an excellent throw by Carter. Sri Lanka masters lose their first wicket on a score of 2 runs as Upul Tharanga limps back the pavilion.
Sri Lanka's Upul Tharanga and Kumar Sangakkara have come out to bat and both legends will be hoping to get off to a good start to the game.
Sri Lanka Masters playing XI: Upul Tharanga, Kumar Sangakkara(w/c), Lahiru Thirimanne, Asela Gunaratne, Chinthaka Jayasinghe, Chaturanga de Silva, Isuru Udana, Jeevan Mendis, Nuwan Pradeep, Seekkuge Prasanna, Suranga Lakmal
West Indies Masters playing XI: Dwayne Smith, Lendl Simmons, Denesh Ramdin(w/c), Chadwick Walton, Jonathan Carter, Ashley Nurse, Narsingh Deonarine, Fidel Edwards, Jerome Taylor, Tino Best, Sulieman Benn
West Indies Masters have won the toss in Vadodara and the side has opted to bowl first. They will look to chase the target and hope for a good performance.
The stage is set for game 10 of the International Masters League! Sri Lanka Masters are looking to face off against the West Indies Masters. Both sides are gathered at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara, and the teams will be hoping for a good performance.
